shilling sign en · NOUN
Meanings
- The symbol '/' used in the United Kingdom before decimalisation to separate shillings from pence when writing out sums of money. (Examples: 7/6 = seven shillings and six pence; 7/- = seven shillings exactly.)
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| shilling signs | Number=Plur | lexicographic |