senti

[ sen-tee ]

noun

, plural sen·ti.

1. a monetary unit of Tanzania, one 100th of a shilling; cent.

Word History and Origins

Origin of senti¹

From Swahili, from English cent ( def )

Example Sentences

The King of England is to send Princess Mary to the Archduke Charles within three months after the marriage shall have been contracted per verba de pr�senti.

From Project Gutenberg

In those eras, childhood was less senti­mentalized and the emotional bond between kids and parents was not as strong.

From Scientific American

“Chi senti?” asked the brigand, turning suddenly around, and for the first time perceiving the intruder.

From Project Gutenberg

It is related of Dr. Clarke that when he reached the middle of 'As in pr�senti,' in Lilly's Latin Grammar, he came to a dead stop and could get no further.

From Project Gutenberg

“Well,” said Sally, as they proceeded on their way, “whatever senti—senti—” “Mental,” said Adams.

From Project Gutenberg