Definition of COINER

coiner

Meanings

Plural: coiners

Noun

  • a maker of counterfeit coins
  • someone who is a source of new words or new expressions
  • a skilled worker who coins or stamps money
  • A person who makes coins (often counterfeit coins).
  • A person who invents words or phrases.
  • A person who invents or fabricates (stories, lies, etc.).
  • A person who invests in or advocates for cryptocurrencies.

Origin / Etymology

From Middle English coynour, from Middle French coigneur; equivalent to coin + -er (agent noun suffix). In the cryptocurrency sense, coin + -er (“supporter”).

Antonyms

nocoiner

Scrabble Score: 8

coiner is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
coiner is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
coiner is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 10

coiner is a valid Words With Friends word