ringgit

American

[ring-git] / ˈrɪŋ gɪt /

noun

a paper money, cupronickel coin, and monetary unit of Malaysia, equal to 100 sen.

ringgit British

/ ˈrɪŋɡɪt /

noun

the standard monetary unit of Malaysia, divided into 100 sen

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Etymology

Origin of ringgit

First recorded in 1965–70, ringgit is from the Malay word riŋgit literally, serrated, milled

Example Sentences

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Policymakers are likely to favor a gradual appreciation of the ringgit to tighten monetary conditions.

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The weak demand raises the risk of stock levels while a strong Malaysian ringgit continues to curb foreign buying interest, it added.

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The Bursa Malaysia Derivatives contract for May delivery closed 101 ringgit higher at 4,117 ringgit a ton.

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A stronger ringgit poses some risk, as over 90% of its products are exported, he says.

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CPO prices are expected to hover at around 4,050 ringgit to 4,150 ringgit a ton in the near term as the festive season is expected to support demand in February, Aquidah adds.

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