deposit
UK: dɪˈpɒzɪt | US: dɪˈpɑːzɪt
n. a sum of money placed or kept in a bank account
n. a layer or mass of accumulated matter (e.g., mineral deposits)
vt. to place or entrust something (e.g., money, valuables) for safekeeping
vt. to lay down or leave matter as a layer or sediment
The word "deposit" originates from Latin depositum (something laid down), combining de- (down) and positum (placed). It originally described the act of placing objects or money in a secure location, later expanding to geological contexts (e.g., mineral layers). The logic reflects physical placement ("down" + "place") and metaphorical trust (e.g., banking).
She deposited $500 into her savings account.
The river deposited layers of silt over centuries.
A security deposit is required to rent the apartment.
The volcano deposited ash across the region.
He carefully deposited the documents in a locked drawer.