July
|Ju/ly|
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/dʒuˈlaɪ/
seventh month
Etymology
Etymology Information
'July' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'Julius,' named after Julius Caesar.
Historical Evolution
'Julius' transformed into the Old English word 'Julius,' and eventually became the modern English word 'July'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the month named after Julius Caesar, and this meaning has remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the seventh month of the year in the Gregorian calendar, typically considered the second month of summer in the Northern Hemisphere.
We usually go on vacation in July.
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35