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Guineas
UK
/ˈɡɪnɪz/
US
/ˈɡɪnɪz/
Translation guineas into russian
guinea
Nounguineas
pl
guinea
guineas pl
In the 18th century, a guinea was a British gold coin.
В 18 веке гинея была британской золотой монетой.
Additional translations
морская свинка
гвинейская монета
Definitions
guinea
Noun
A former British gold coin worth 21 shillings.
The antique shop had a rare guinea on display, dating back to the 18th century.
A unit of currency in the UK, used especially in auctions and professional fees, equivalent to one pound and one shilling (or 21 shillings).
The painting was sold at auction for 500 guineas.
A person of Italian descent, often used as a derogatory term.
He was offended when someone referred to him as a guinea.
Idioms and phrases
long-haired guinea pig
The long-haired guinea pig requires regular grooming.
длинношерстная морская свинка
Длинношерстная морская свинка требует регулярного ухода.