money
UK: ˈmʌni | US: ˈmʌni
n. A medium of exchange, typically in the form of coins or banknotes, accepted for goods and services.
n. Wealth or assets measured in monetary terms.
n. (informal) Payment or profit, especially when substantial.
money = mon<warning, mint> + ey<noun suffix>
- mon<warning, mint>: Derived from Latin moneta (mint, money), originally referring to the temple of Juno Moneta in Rome where coins were minted. The name Moneta comes from monere (to warn), as Juno was considered a protector and warner.
- ey<noun suffix>: A common Middle English suffix derived from Old French -ie, used to form nouns.
Etymology Origin:
The word money traces back to the Latin moneta, which initially referred to the mint (place for coining money) at the Temple of Juno Moneta. Over time, moneta evolved into Old French moneie and Middle English moneie, eventually becoming money. The connection to "warning" (from monere) reflects Juno's role as a divine advisor, though the modern meaning is purely economic.
She saved enough money to buy a new car.
Time is money in the business world.
He donated a large sum of money to charity.
The project requires more money to be completed.
They argued about money all the time.