What does BENNY mean?

Word: Benny 1. Parts of Speech:

• noun

2. Definitions:

1. British slang for a one-hundred-pound note.
2. A nickname for the drug amphetamine.
3. A given name, usually a diminutive of Benjamin.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈbɛni/
• UK: /ˈbɛni/

4. Origin and Usage:

The term "benny" originated in the UK as slang for a one-hundred-pound note. It is believed to have derived from the name Benjamin, which was commonly given to the hundred-dollar bill in the United States. The term "benny" also has a drug-related meaning, where it is used as a nickname for the drug amphetamine. It is unclear when this usage first emerged, but it has been in use for several decades. Lastly, "Benny" is also a given name, usually a diminutive of Benjamin.

5. Synonyms:

There are no commonly accepted synonyms for the term "benny."

6. Related Words:

• beany
• berry
• betty
• bison
• bites

7. Example Sentences:

• He paid for the car in cash, with a benny note.
• The police found a stash of bennies in his apartment.
• Benny was excited to start his new job.