guinea
Произношение: [/ˈɡɪni/]
Слово
Контекст: «animal»
(noun) a small rodent-like animal that is typically kept as a pet. Guinea pigs are friendly and make cute pets.
Пример
I have a guinea pig named Coco, and she loves to eat carrots.
Пример
I'm allergic to guinea pigs, so I can't have one as a pet.
Пример
Do guinea pigs make good pets for kids?
Контекст: «currency»
(noun) a former British coin that was worth one pound and one shilling. Guineas were used in Britain before decimalization.
Пример
In the 18th century, a horse could cost ten guineas.
Пример
You couldn't buy anything with guineas nowadays; they're not used anymore.
Пример
How much was a guinea worth in old British currency?
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