Meaning & Definition of word "Month"

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    Month

    /mʌnθ/

    noun:

    • 1. A period of time roughly equal to one twelfth of a year, often used to refer to a specific calendar month.
      • Example: January is the first month of the year.
    • 2. A period of approximately 30 or 31 days, depending on the month.
      • Example: She has been training for the marathon for six months.
    • 3. A unit of time used in various contexts, often for billing or subscriptions.
      • Example: The subscription costs $10 a month.
    • 4. A division of the year used in contexts such as agriculture or finance.
      • Example: Harvest time usually begins in the last month of summer.

    Etymology

    Derived from Old English 'mōnaþ', related to 'moon'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    month-end:

    The last few days of the month, often used in business.

    month-long:

    Something that lasts for an entire month.

    in a month's time:

    Referring to one month from the current date.

    Related Words

    semester:

    A period of six months in an academic year.

    quarter:

    A period of three months.

    Slang Meanings of month

    Meaning: Mo

    Example Sentence: Let's meet in a mo, just before the month ends.

    Meaning: Monthies

    Example Sentence: We have been together for three monthies!