denominate — To give a name to something or designate it by a particular term. In finance, it refers to expressing monetary amounts in terms of a specific currency.
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: To give a name to something or designate it by a particular term. In finance, it refers to expressing monetary amounts in terms of a specific currency.
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈnɑːməˌneɪt/
Example Sentences
- The astronomer decided to denominate the planet 'Bob' because he was tired of complicated Latin names.
- International bonds are typically denominated in major currencies like USD or EUR.
- She wanted to denominate her coffee shop 'Procaffeination' to attract fellow coffee addicts.
denominate
VERB[/dɪˈnɑːməˌneɪt/]
To give a name to something or designate it by a particular term. In finance, it refers to expressing monetary amounts in terms of a specific currency.
To give a name to something or designate it by a particular term. In finance, it refers to expressing monetary amounts in terms of a specific currency.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin denominatus, meaning 'to name' or 'to give a name to.' The word literally comes from the idea of 'placing a name down' or designating something with a specific title.
Breakdown
de- (down/completely) + nomin- (name) + -ate (verb suffix meaning 'to make' or 'to cause')
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“The astronomer decided to denominate the planet 'Bob' because he was tired of complicated Latin names.”
“International bonds are typically denominated in major currencies like USD or EUR.”
“She wanted to denominate her coffee shop 'Procaffeination' to attract fellow coffee addicts.”
“The committee will denominate the new research center after its primary benefactor.”
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