pin money

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Noun pin money has 1 sense

pocket money, pin money, spending money - cash for day-to-day spending on incidental expenses
--₁ is a kind of cash, hard cash, hard currency

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Term: Pin Money

Description:

Pin money refers to a small amount of money that is earned or given to an individual for personal spending or leisure activities. It serves as a discretionary fund that is separate from regular income and can be used for various purposes such as entertainment, shopping, or engaging in hobbies. The term "pin money" often implies a modest sum of money that brings a sense of financial independence and personal choice.

Examples:

She earned some pin money by babysitting for the neighbors on weekends.

He used his pin money to buy a new book for his collection.

As a student, she relied on her pin money for social outings with friends.

Her generous grandmother gave her a monthly allowance as pin money.