threepence - use in sentences

Converse of object

  • pay: The man had also to pay threepence per dozen to the ' master ' for ' giving out ' of the work.

Modifies a noun

  • coin: The old penny and threepence coins ceased to be legal tender on 31st August 1971, just over six months after D-day.

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