denominate
UK: dɪˈnɒmɪneɪt | US: dɪˈnɑːmɪneɪt
vt. to give a name to something; to designate or label formally
vt. (Mathematics/Finance) to express a quantity or value in specified units
denominate = de<down, completely> + nomin<name> + ate<verb suffix>
- de: Latin prefix meaning "down" or "completely," often intensifying the root.
- nomin: From Latin nomen (name), retained in words like "nominate" and "nominal."
- ate: Verb-forming suffix indicating action (e.g., "activate," "calculate").
Etymology Origin:
Derived from Latin denominare ("to name thoroughly"), combining de- (completely) + nominare (to name). The word entered Middle English via Old French, preserving its core meaning of formal naming. Over time, it specialized in contexts like mathematics (e.g., denominating currencies) while retaining its general sense of labeling.
The committee voted to denominate the new species Canis lupus aurum.
Bonds are often denominated in euros or dollars for international trade.
Ancient tribes would denominate their gods with titles reflecting power.
The bank allows accounts to be denominated in multiple currencies.
Scholars debate how to denominate this historical period accurately.