two bits

noun

two bits

noun

Etymology Based on the old monetary bit, which was one eighth of an old Spanish dollar (or 12½ cents in more modern usage).

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US, Slang Twenty-five cents, or a quarter.

  • As the old song goes, shave and a haircut, two bits!
Related terms
long bit, short bit, two-bit, pieces of eight, two bob

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