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In the [[Republic of Ireland]], it has also become the standard colloquialism for the [[Euro]]. | In the [[Republic of Ireland]], it has also become the standard colloquialism for the [[Euro]]. | ||
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Latest revision as of 18:05, July 13, 2016
British slang for the pound sterling, the word "quid" is likely derived from the Latin "quid pro quo". It can be compared to the American slang of "buck" meaning dollar.
In the Republic of Ireland, it has also become the standard colloquialism for the Euro.