The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word PAISA
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What does PAISA mean?
PAISA noun- A subdivision of currency, equal to one hundredth of a rupee in various Asian countries.
- (British India) A subdivision of currency equivalent to 1/64 of a rupee or three pies.
- A subdivision of currency, equal to one hundredth of a Bangladeshi taka.
- A Mexican national, especially a rural or rustic one.