silver dollar

• Eine große silberfarbene Münze, die historisch in den USA und anderen Ländern geprägt wurde und oft als Währung oder Sammlerstück diente. Der Begriff kann auch eine Art Pfannkuchen oder eine bestimmte Pflanze bezeichnen.

A large, silver-colored coin historically minted in the United States and other countries, often used as currency or collectible. The term can also refer to a type of pancake or a specific plant species.

1. B1formalamerican

   A large, silver-colored coin, historically made of silver, worth one dollar in the United States.

   Silberdollar

   • He collected silver dollars from the 19th century.
   • The old silver dollar was worth more than its face value.
   • She found a silver dollar in her grandfather's drawer.

2. B2informalamerican

   A type of large, round pancake, often served for breakfast, named for its resemblance to the coin.

   Silberdollar-Pfannkuchen

   • The diner serves silver dollar pancakes with maple syrup.
   • She ordered a stack of silver dollar pancakes for breakfast.
   • The children loved the tiny silver dollar pancakes.