Pin money meaning

What does the saying 'Pin money' mean?

Idiom: Pin money

Meaning: If you work for pin money, you work not because you need to but because it gives you money for extra little luxuries and treats.

Country: British English British English | Subject Area: Money | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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