napoleon

nəˈpəʊlɪən

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#1·5h ago

(historical, _, numismatics, slang) The franc germinal: a 20-franc gold coin issued under Napoleon I of France.

Origin: Borrowed from . In reference to coins, via . In reference to guns and possibly cards, a reference to Napoleon III. Origin information sourced from Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0).

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#2·5h ago

(historical, _, numismatics, slang) Other subsequent 20-franc coins, notes, or values.

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#3·5h ago

(usually, _, admiringly, _, pejorative) A person resembling Napoleon Bonaparte, (usually) in having come to dominate an area or sphere of activity through ruthlessness or illegality as well as surpassing ability.

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