denominations
|de-nom-i-na-tion|
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/ˌdɛnəˈmeɪʃən/
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/dɪˌnɒməˈneɪʃən/
(denomination)
classification or value
Etymology
'denomination' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'denominatio', where 'de-' was an element combined with 'nominare' meaning 'to name'.
'denomination' changed from Medieval/Latin use 'denominatio' and Middle English forms such as 'denomina-cioun' and eventually became the modern English word 'denomination'.
Initially it meant 'the act of naming or giving a name', but over time it evolved into meanings such as 'a name or designation', 'a class or category', and specialized senses like 'religious group' and 'face value of currency'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a recognized autonomous branch or group within a religion (especially Christianity); a religious sect or church.
Many denominations trace their origins back to the Reformation.
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Noun 2
a class, category, or named group used to designate or classify things; a particular name or designation.
The term is used as a denomination for a specific type of account.
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Last updated: 2025/09/01 04:30