Fourpence Definition & Meaning

fourpence
noun
  1. a former English silver coin worth four pennies

"Fourpence" in song lyrics

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  • "Oh, my little fourpence, a jolly, jolly fourpence,"
    I Love Sixpence

Usage tips for "fourpence"

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