common currency

The term "common currency" can refer to both a shared monetary system and a widely accepted idea or practice.

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Definition

B2Economics

(technical)A system of money used by multiple countries to facilitate trade and economic integration.

Example

  • The Euro is a common currency used by many countries in the European Union.

B2General

(figurative)A widespread idea, practice, or standard that is widely accepted.

Example

  • The concept of remote work has become common currency in today's job market.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "common currency":

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