pis·tole (p -st l )n. 1. A gold coin equal to two escudos, formerly used in Spain. 2. Any of several gold coins used in various European countries until the late 19th century. [French, back-formation from pistolet, diminutive of pistole, pistol; see pistol.] |
pistole [pɪsˈtəʊl]
n
(Economics, Accounting & Finance / Currencies) any of various gold coins of varying value, formerly used in Europe
[from Old French, shortened from pistolet, literally: little pistol]
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