finif

English

Etymology

From the Yiddish פֿינף (finf, “five”).

Noun

finif (plural finifs)

1. (US slang, dated) A five-dollar bill (note).

Shelta

Etymology

From the Yiddish פֿינף (finf, “five”).

Noun

finif

1. A monetary note of five pounds.

References

• Language in Danger Andrew Dalby, 2003