coins
n. countable A1 Beginner US //ˈkɔɪnz// UK //kˈɔɪnz// coins
n. small, flat, and round pieces of metal used as money. You usually carry them in your pocket or a wallet rather than using paper bills.
n. flat, typically round pieces of metal issued by a governmental authority for use as money. Often contrasted with banknotes or paper currency.
I have a few silver coins in my pocket.
The vending machine only accepts silver coins and will not take any paper money.
Archaeologists discovered a cache of gold coins buried beneath the floorboards, suggesting the previous inhabitants had hidden their wealth during the invasion.
Usage
Usually used in the plural when referring to a handful of change; the singular form refers to a single piece of currency.