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单词 note-shaving
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Definition of note-shaving in English:

note-shaving

noun ˈnəʊtˌʃeɪvɪŋ
US slang
  • The practice of discounting promissory notes at an exorbitant rate; an instance of this.

Origin

Early 19th century; earliest use found in Washington Irving (1783–1859), author. From note + shaving.

 
 

Definition of note-shaving in US English:

note-shaving

nounˈnəʊtˌʃeɪvɪŋ
US slang
  • The practice of discounting promissory notes at an exorbitant rate; an instance of this.

Origin

Early 19th century; earliest use found in Washington Irving (1783–1859), author. From note + shaving.

 
 
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