Maundy money

Noun

Meaning

specially minted silver coins that are distributed by the British sovereign on Maundy Thursday

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Also known as Sheer Thursday in the United Kingdom, it is traditionally a day of cleaning and giving out Maundy money there. Source: Internet

Maundy money Maundy money is a ceremonial coinage traditionally given to the poor, and nowadays awarded annually to deserving senior citizens. Source: Internet

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