threepennyworth
threepennyworth · threepennyworths
A portion worth threepenceA portion worth threepence.
Meaning
1 senses(dated)A portion worth threepence.
a threepennyworth of rum
Origin
From threepenny + -worth.From threepenny + -worth.
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Forms
plural: threepennyworths| Singular | threepennyworth |
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regular
See also
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