wooden nickel
The term "wooden nickel" has historical roots in promotional tokens and has evolved into an idiom advising caution.
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Definition
B2Promotional
(historical)A token made of wood, often used as a promotional item or souvenir, sometimes redeemable for goods or services.
Example
- During the fair, visitors received a wooden nickel that they could exchange for a free drink.
B2Idiomatic
(informal)An expression referring to something that is worthless or deceptive.
Example
- Be careful in your business dealings and don't take any wooden nickels.
Similar
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