Definition

A type of currency that was used in various countries in the Middle East and North Africa, often made of gold or silver.

Example

The price of the car was listed in dinars, which is the local currency.

Conversation

I recently learned that the dinar was a popular currency in the Middle East.

Really? I didn't know that!

Yeah, it used to be made of gold and silver, which is pretty interesting.

That's fascinating! I wonder how it compares to today's currencies.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Dinar** → The word 'dinar' originates from the Latin 'denarius', which was a silver coin used in ancient Rome. The term 'denarius' itself is derived from 'deni', meaning 'ten', as it was originally worth ten asses (a type of coin). The word 'dinar' refers to a currency that has evolved from this historical coinage.

Memory Tip

Think of the ancient Roman silver coin 'denarius' — this helps you remember that 'dinar' is a type of currency that has its roots in that historical coin.

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