Background for minting

minting

/ˈmɪntɪŋ/

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verb

To reproduce (coins), usually en masse, under licence.

Examples :

"The Royal Canadian Mint is minting special commemorative coins for the upcoming Olympic Games. "

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verb

To invent; to forge; to fabricate; to fashion.

Examples :

"The author was minting excuses for not finishing his book, claiming illness and a sudden lack of inspiration. "

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verb

(provincial) To try, attempt; take aim.

Examples :

"The boy, minting a throw at the trash can from across the room, missed. "

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verb

(provincial) To try, attempt, endeavor; to take aim at; to try to hit; to purpose.

Examples :

"He was minting to throw the basketball into the hoop, but it bounced off the rim. "

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verb

To hint; suggest; insinuate.

Examples :

"The teacher was minting that the students needed to study more for the upcoming test. "

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noun

The act by which money is minted.

Examples :

"The Royal Canadian Mint prioritizes quality control during the minting of new coins to ensure they meet high standards. "

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