'discount' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'descompter,' where 'des-' meant 'away' and 'compter' meant 'to count.'

'descompter' transformed into the Middle English word 'discounten,' and eventually became the modern English word 'discount.'

Initially, it meant 'to count away or deduct,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a reduction in price.'