tenpenny

American  

[ten-pen-ee, -puh-nee] / ˈtɛnˌpɛn i, -pə ni /

adjective

1. noting a nail 3 inches (7.6 centimeters) in length. 10d.

2. worth or costing 10 cents.

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tenpenny British  

/ ˈtɛnpənɪ /

adjective

1. (prenominal) (of a nail) three inches in length

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Etymology

Origin of tenpenny

A late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50; ten, penny

Example Sentences

Names that have garnered thousands of votes in the “America’s Health” category of his “Nominees for the People” website include Dr. Sherri Tenpenny, who claimed COVID-19 vaccines made people magnetic, and Dr. Simone Gold, the anti-vaccine Beverly Hills physician whose medical license was suspended after she pleaded guilty to unlawfully entering the U.S.

From Los Angeles Times

Tenpenny, an osteopathic doctor, has been licensed in Ohio since 1984.

From Seattle Times

The lawsuit alleges that Tenpenny owes $646,929 overall, most of it late fees and penalties.

From Seattle Times

Roughly 350 complaints were soon filed about Tenpenny with the medical board, which can discipline physicians for making false or deceptive medical statements.

From Seattle Times

Tenpenny refused to meet with investigators, answer written questions or comply with a subpoena ordering her to sit for a deposition.

From Seattle Times