solid dollar

Definition

An actual paper dollar bill as opposed to its coin-form equivalent (quarters, dimes, etc.)—useful when someone specifically needs the whole unit and not loose change.

Example Usage

I need a solid dollar for the vending machine, not quarters.

Source: Urban Dictionary (https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=solid%20dollar&defid=1787035)

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