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French franc

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

The former currency of France and its territories, now superseded by the euro. Symbol: FF

Word forms

French franc French francs

Etymology

Retronym for franc to refer to the franc used in France and avoid confusion with francs used in other countries.

Related words

Belgian franc Swiss franc

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