denomination — a religious group or sect within a larger faith
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a religious group or sect within a larger faith
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˌnɑməˈneɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- The vending machine only accepts coins of small denominations, so my $100 bill is useless here.
- Different Christian denominations have varying views on marriage.
- He tried to pay for a candy bar with the largest denomination bill he had, embarrassing himself at the convenience store.
denomination
NOUN[/dɪˌnɑməˈneɪʃən/]
a religious group or sect within a larger faith
She sorts bills by denomination before closing the cash register.
Every denomination in our nation shares one creation.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'denominatio', derived from 'denominare' meaning 'to name' or 'to designate'. The word combines the prefix 'de-' (from) with 'nominare' (to name), ultimately tracing back to 'nomen' (name).
Breakdown
de- (from) + nomin- (name) + -ation (noun suffix indicating act or result) = denomination
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📝Examples
“The vending machine only accepts coins of small denominations, so my $100 bill is useless here.”
“Different Christian denominations have varying views on marriage.”
“He tried to pay for a candy bar with the largest denomination bill he had, embarrassing himself at the convenience store.”
“The new stamps come in several denominations to meet postal needs.”
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