two Abe Lincolns

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Meaning · English

Synonym of two cents.

Register: slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

Whoops, Michal, I wasn't the one asking the question. I was quoting the previous response and offering my two Abe Lincolns.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “two Abe Lincolns” mean?

Synonym of two cents.

Is “two Abe Lincolns” formal or informal?

two Abe Lincolns is generally slang.