product
UK: ˈprɒdʌkt | US: ˈprɑːdʌkt
n. something produced by labor, natural process, or manufacture
n. (mathematics) a quantity obtained by multiplication
n. (chemistry) a substance formed in a reaction
The word product originates from Latin productum, meaning "something produced." It combines pro- ("forward") and ducere ("to lead"), reflecting the idea of "bringing forth" or "leading forward" (i.e., creating). This logical progression—from the act of leading/creating to the tangible result—remains central to its modern meanings in commerce, science, and mathematics.
The company launched a new product last month.
The product of 5 and 3 is 15.
Oxygen is a product of photosynthesis.
This artwork is the product of years of practice.
The meeting yielded no tangible product.