truepenny

[ troo-pen-ee ]

noun

, plural true·pen·nies.

1. a trusty, honest fellow.

Word History and Origins

Origin of truepenny¹

First recorded in 1580–90; true + penny

Example Sentences

If I don't like Mr. Truepenny, why I can't help it; and there's an end.

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He might have been killed, and what would Mr. Truepenny have cared?

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"And much Mr. Truepenny would have helped you then, Ma'am," said the good girl.

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"Delighted, indeed," stammered Mr. Truepenny, colouring like a girl.

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"Oh, certainly, with pleasure—in the evening," said Truepenny.

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