skilling

¹

[ skil-ing ]

noun

1. a former silver coin of Denmark, Sweden, and the Danish West Indies.
2. any of various former copper coins of Sweden and Norway.

skilling

²

[ skil-ing ]

noun

1. skillion.

skilling

/ ˈskɪlɪŋ /

noun

1. a former Scandinavian coin of low denomination

Word History and Origins

Origin of skilling¹

1690–1700; < Danish; cognate with shilling

Word History and Origins

Origin of skilling¹

C18: from Danish and Swedish; see shilling

Example Sentences

Just ask all the Chicagoans who shed sentimental tears upon the emotional retirement of longtime WGN-TV weatherman Tom Skilling.

From Slate

The budget announcements clearly indicate a shift in priorities for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s new dispensation, with ramped up allocations for rural development, skilling, jobs and agriculture.

From BBC

Additionally, Microsoft will launch an AI skilling initiative to train 1 million French people by the end of 2027, emphasizing the importance of equipping citizens with future-ready skills.

From Seattle Times

“Our investments in digital infrastructure and skilling will help Malaysian businesses, communities and developers apply the latest technology to drive inclusive economic growth and innovation across the country.”

From Seattle Times

“The investments we are announcing today — spanning digital infrastructure, skilling, and support for developers — will help Indonesia thrive in this new era,” he said.

From Seattle Times