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sterling

The correct spelling is sterling.

How to pronounce sterling

noun

IPA: /ˈstɜː(ɹ).lɪŋ/

Say it like: Ste-rli-ng

The correct spelling is sterling. The currency of the United Kingdom; especially the pound.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.The currency of the United Kingdom; especially the pound.
  2. 2.Former British gold or silver coinage of a standard fineness: for gold 0.91666 and for silver 0.925.
  3. 3.Sterling silver, or articles made from this material.
  4. 4.A structure of pilings that protects the piers of a bridge; a starling.

adjective

  1. 1.Of, or relating to British currency, or the former British coinage.
  2. 2.Of, relating to, or made from sterling silver.
  3. 3.Of acknowledged worth or influence; high quality; authoritative.
  4. 4.Genuine; true; pure; of great value or excellence.

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