krone
1a cupronickel coin and monetary unit of Denmark, equal to 100 öre. Abbreviation: Kr., kr.
a cupronickel coin and monetary unit of Norway, equal to 100 öre. Abbreviation: Kr., kr.
Origin of krone
1Other definitions for krone (2 of 2)
a former gold coin of Germany, equal to 10 marks.
Origin of krone
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How to use krone in a sentence
The impresario from Vienna replied, asking for two hundred kronen for travelling expenses.
The Devourers | Annie Vivanti ChartresDesiree was still sleeping when he turned the horses into the crowded yard of the "Drei Kronen."
Barlasch of the Guard | H. S. MerrimanFor the privilege of entering this charmed circle Swithin paid three kronen, choosing naturally the best seats.
Villa Rubein and Other Stories | John GalsworthyLook here; and he showed me advices from New York for 1,500 kronen.
The Immigrant Tide, Its Ebb and Flow | Edward A. SteinerHer son sends her ten dollars every month, which means fifty kronen.
The Immigrant Tide, Its Ebb and Flow | Edward A. Steiner
British Dictionary definitions for krone (1 of 2)
/ (ˈkrəʊnə) /
the standard monetary unit of Denmark, the Faeroe Islands, and Greenland, divided into 100 øre
the standard monetary unit of Norway, divided into 100 øre
Origin of krone
1British Dictionary definitions for krone (2 of 2)
/ (ˈkrəʊnə) /
a former German gold coin worth ten marks
a former Austrian monetary unit
Origin of krone
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