changemaker

[ cheynj-mey-ker ]

noun

1. a person or thing that changes bills or coins for ones of smaller denominations.
2. a device for supplying coins of specific denominations when a key is moved.

Word History and Origins

Origin of changemaker¹

change + maker

Example Sentences

“It needs to be something fresh. It needs to be something new,” said Lyons, clad in jeans and a “Berkeley Changemaker” top as he laid out his ideas.

From Los Angeles Times

Standing tickets for the rapper Childish Gambino are £159 while it will cost Billie Elilish fans anything from £140 to £400 to see her - with the latter price for a 'Changemaker' ticket, where a "portion" of ticket costs go to non profit causes.

From BBC

Lyons also helped spearhead new interdisciplinary majors combining business with other fields, such as engineering and biology, and a “Berkeley Changemaker” class that helped students identify their passions and activate them to make a difference in the world.

From Los Angeles Times

“We will remember her as a trailblazer, a changemaker, and a champion for Indigenous communities.”

From Seattle Times

“No matter the office, Sheila won whatever victory she could for the forgotten families of our state. And as a changemaker, she was always ahead of the curve,” said Murphy, a Democrat.

From Washington Times