\Mar`a*ve"di\, n. [Sp. maraved['i]; -- so called from
the Mor[=a]bit[=i]n (lit., the steadfast), an Arabian dynasty
which reigned in Africa and Spain. Cf. {Marabout}.] (Numis.)
A small copper coin of Spain, equal to three mils American
money, less than a farthing sterling. Also, an ancient
Spanish gold coin.