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Term: DENIER
Definition: Denier is a word that has two meanings. The first meaning comes from the French word denarius, which was a type of coin used in ancient Rome. The second meaning comes from the Law French language and refers to a historical practice of refusing to pay rent when it was demanded.
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The first definition of denier refers to a coin used in ancient Rome, worth ten asses. The second definition refers to a legal term, meaning a refusal to pay rent when demanded. The examples illustrate both definitions. In the first example, the denier is used to describe a coin found in the dirt. In the second example, the denier is used to describe a tenant's refusal to pay rent, which led to their eviction from the apartment.