moolah
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Definition
Noun: * Money, cash: An informal, often slang term for money in general. It refers to currency, cash, or wealth.
Usage
This word is used in very casual, informal contexts to talk about money. It can have a playful, slightly old-fashioned, or humorous tone. It is not appropriate for formal writing or professional situations.
Examples
- "I need to earn some moolah before I can go on vacation."
- "He made a lot of moolah from that business deal."
- "Save your moolah for something important."
Advanced Usage
- The word is often associated with cash or physical money, but it can refer to wealth or funds in a general sense.
- It is frequently used in phrases discussing earning, saving, spending, or needing money.
Variants and Related Words
- Moola: An alternative, equally informal spelling of the same word.
- "I'm a little short on moola this month."
Synonyms
- Cash: Money in the form of coins or banknotes.
- Dough: Informal term for money.
- Bucks: Informal term for dollars (U.S. currency).
- Loot: Slang for money, especially a large amount obtained suddenly.
- Bread: Slang for money.
Idioms
- "Bring home the moolah/bacon": To earn money to support a household.
- "She works hard to bring home the moolah for her family."
Noun
- informal terms for money