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Meaning of King's shilling | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

  1. A shilling accepted by new recruits when agreeing to or tricked into enlisting into the British army or navy during the 18th and 19th centuries.
    British, historical
  2. The benefits and rewards of military service.
    figuratively

Examples

“I have⟳ taken the King's shilling, but perhaps if you came for me they would let⟳ me go back with you. I was a fool when I did it. I don't want⟳ to be in the army.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

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