october

UK: ɒkˈtəʊbə | US: ɑkˈtoʊbər

Definition

  1. n. the tenth month of the Gregorian calendar

Structure
octo <eight>ber <month suffix>
Etymology

The word "October" originates from the Latin "octo," meaning "eight," as it was the eighth month in the ancient Roman calendar (which began in March). The suffix "-ber" is a marker for month names (e.g., September, November). Despite calendar reforms shifting October to the tenth position, its name retained its historical numerical reference.

Examples

  1. October is famous for its autumn foliage in the Northern Hemisphere.

  2. Many cultures celebrate harvest festivals in October.

  3. The weather in October is usually mild and pleasant.

  4. Halloween falls on the last day of October.

  5. Our company’s fiscal year starts in October.