doit

Definition

A small Dutch coin, equivalent to one-eighth of a stiver.

Etymology

Borrowed from Middle Low German doyt, cognate with Middle Dutch duit. Doublet of thwaite.

Example Sentences

• "'"You got a lot of gold off Mr. Beauclerc," says Glascock. '"Not a doit more than I wanted," says he, laughing again. "And who, pray, had a better right—did not I murder him?""
• "[…] when they will not giue a doit to relieue a lame Begger, they will lay out ten to ſee a dead Indian: […]"
• "“Speak out, ye Saxon dogs — what bid ye for your worthless lives? — How say you, you of Rotherwood?” “Not a doit I,” answered poor Wamba."