'museum' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'museum,' which was derived from the Greek word 'mouseion,' meaning 'a place of the Muses.'

'mouseion' transformed into the Latin word 'museum,' and eventually became the modern English word 'museum.'

Initially, it meant 'a place dedicated to the Muses,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a place where objects of historical, scientific, or artistic interest are exhibited.'