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!