exchange rate

noun

: the ratio at which the principal unit of two currencies may be traded

Examples of exchange rate in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Corporate CEOs eyeing their own deals in Japan and hedge funds alike are at a serious exchange rate crossroads. William Pesek, Forbes, 17 Sep. 2024 Despite the stumbles, the 20-time English champions posted record annual revenue of £662 million ($867 million based on current exchange rates), which was 2.1% higher than last year’s all-time high. Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 11 Sep. 2024 The French luxury firm trotted ahead of its rivals in the first quarter, with sales up 17 percent at constant exchange rates to 3.81 billion euros. David Moin, WWD, 15 Aug. 2024 Analysts say there will eventually have to be a price-stoking correction to the exchange rate, which has been held at 36.5 bolivars to the dollar for seven months. Reuters, NBC News, 23 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for exchange rate 

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Word History

First Known Use

1855, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of exchange rate was in 1855

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“Exchange rate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/exchange%20rate. Accessed 27 Sep. 2024.

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