pistareen
/pis-tuh-reen/US // ˌpɪs təˈrin //UK // (ˌpɪstəˈriːn) //
豌豆绿,豌豆苗,豌豆荚,豌豆黄
Definitions
n.名词 noun
- 1
- : peseta.
adj.形容词 adjective
- 1
- : of little value or worth.
Examples
A white sea bear appeared in the port of Pollard's Tavern and could be seen for half a pistareen.
You know, or you ought to know, the difference between a pistareen and a smooth-faced shilling.
It was sold at market for one shilling; and I have known a cargo purchased at a pistareen.
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