coiner

• Substantivo que designa quem fabrica moedas falsas; também quem cria ou inventa novas palavras ou expressões; ou ainda o trabalhador qualificado que cunha moedas.

A noun referring to a person who makes counterfeit coins, or someone who invents new words or expressions, or a skilled worker who stamps or mints money.

1. CounterfeiterC1formal

   A person who illegally makes fake coins, often to deceive others.

   Falsificador de moedas

   • The coiner was arrested for producing fake gold coins.
   • In the 18th century, coiners faced severe punishment if caught.
   • The police uncovered a coiner's workshop in the basement.

   Sinônimoscounterfeiterfalsifierforger

2. Word CreatorC2formal

   A person who invents new words or phrases in a language.

   Criador de palavras

   • Shakespeare is often considered a prolific coiner of new words.
   • The coiner of the term 'cyberspace' was a science fiction writer.
   • Linguists study how a coiner's neologisms spread through society.

   Sinônimosneologist

3. Mint WorkerC1formal

   A skilled worker who stamps or mints official coins in a mint.

   Cunhador de moedas

   • The coiner carefully inspected each newly minted coin for flaws.
   • A master coiner was responsible for the design on the currency.
   • The royal mint employed several experienced coiners.

   Sinônimosmintermoneyer