£sd

English

Etymology

An abbreviation of the Latin lībra solidus dēnārius.

Noun

£sd (uncountable)

1. (British, historical after 1971) the pre-decimal pounds, shillings, pence
2. (British) money in general
   • 1901, William Henley, Bus-driver:

     He reins his horses with an air; he treats
     With scoffing calm whatever powers there be;
     He gets it straight, puts a bit on, and meets
     His losses with both lip and £ s. d.