Specie is a noun that refers to moneywealth used to buy things or pay debts in the form of coinssmall round pieces of metal used as money or other metal currencysystem of money used in a country or region, especially when counted as a group rather than as a value on paper.
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Pronunciation
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Accent: General American English
IPA: /ˈspiːʃi/
Easy pronunciation: SPEE-shee (approximate spelling).
Stress: Stress the first syllable.
Used as a noun meaning coins or metal money collectively.
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Specie Meaning
coins or metal money considered as a group
Part of speech: noun
Definition: coins collectively
Example: The bank kept a reserve of specie for emergency withdrawals.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- coinage — A direct substitute for money in coin form.
- metal money — Works well when the emphasis is on physical coin currency.
- mintage — Related to coined money, though less common and more historical.
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Specie Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- coinage
- metal money
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Common Mistakes
- Don't confuse specie with species, which means a type or kind of living thing.
- Specie usually refers to physical coin money, not money in general or cashless payments.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does specie mean?
Specie means coins or metal money considered collectively.
What is a simple definition of specie?
It is physical money in coin form, especially when treated as a group.
What are synonyms for specie?
Good synonyms include coinage and metal money, depending on the context.
Is specie the same as species?
No. Specie is a money term; species refers to a biological kind or type.
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