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real

/ɹeɪˈɑl/ noun C2
  1. Former unit of currency of Spain and Spain's colonies.
  2. A coin worth one real.

Plural reals

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“A real downright snorter, Mr.
The Valley of Fear, p. 33 · C1
I am very fortunate,” added he, looking gratefully at Villefort, “to be examined by such a man as you; for this envious person is a real enemy.” And by the rapid glance that the young man’s eyes shot forth, Villefort saw how much energy lay hid beneath this mildness.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 63 · C1
He was always warmed by genuine admiration—the characteristic of the real artist.
The Valley of Fear, p. 15 · C1
a real father?”
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 685 · C1

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