| 单词 |
scripophily |
| 释义 |
scripophily|skrɪˈpɒfɪlɪ|
[Arbitrarily f. scrip n.4 + -o + -phily (see -philous).]
The collection of old bond and share certificates as a pursuit. Also, articles of this nature considered collect. Hence ˈscripophile, one who practises scripophily.
1978Times 9 May 25/1 The winner of our competition to find a name for the hobby of collecting old bonds and share certificates is Arthur Howell of Brighton. He suggested ‘scripophily’, a word effectively half-English and half-Greek, combining scrip (a provisional certificate as for shares, share certificates, [etc.]..) with philein (to love). Ibid. 25/5 Commander Ross..plans to start a scripophiles' club. 1978Daily Tel. 18 Nov. 25/1 The first ever auction of old bond and share certificates will be held at Stanley Gibbons next Friday. ‘Scripophily’ is the name of the new fascination. 1979National Times (Austral.) 14 July 45/1 The Wall Street Journal in a front-page article predicted a bright and sound investment future for scripophiles. 1980Daily Tel. 8 Dec. 7/1 (Advt.), Thursday 11 December 2 pm Scripophily & Paper Money. Illus. Catalogue 75p by post. |
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