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Inventing, as an expression
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coining
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Wikipedia
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Coining is a form of precision stamping in which a workpiece is subjected to a sufficiently high stress to induce plastic flow on the surface of the material. A beneficial feature is that in some metals, the plastic flow reduces surface grain size, and ...
The Collaborative International Dictionary
Word definitions in The Collaborative International Dictionary
Coin \Coin\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Coined (koind); p. pr. & vb. n. Coining .] To make of a definite fineness, and convert into coins, as a mass of metal; to mint; to manufacture; as, to coin silver dollars; to coin a medal. To make or fabricate; to invent; ...
Wiktionary
Word definitions in Wiktionary
n. 1 (context uncountable English) A form of alternative medicine from Southeast Asia where a coin is rubbed vigorously on a patient's oiled skin. 2 (context countable linguistics English) A newly created word or phrase vb. (present participle of coin English) ...
Usage examples of coining.
Warden of the Mint was a profitable sinecure, usually granted to some man who knew little and cared less about coining but who had places in high friends.
Jack Shaftoe was well on his way to being free of the threat of prosecution and punishment for his past work in coining that gold.
Thirty years from now, she'd probably sit on her porch and watch her neighbors' coinings and going so she could piece together their secret lives.