Centas

/ˈsɛntɑːz/ noun

Definition

Plural of 'centas,' a monetary unit in Lithuania, equal to one hundredth of a litas.

Etymology

Lithuanian currency unit, from Latin 'centum' (hundred), following the pattern of 'cents' or 'centavos' in other languages. Lithuania used this until switching to the euro.

Kelly Says

The litas and its centas are numismatic ghosts now—Lithuania abandoned them in 2015, but coin collectors treasure the colorful bills that featured medieval castles and national heroes.

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