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Translate files Denomination
/dɪˌnɒmɪˈneɪʃən/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A recognized autonomous branch of the Christian Church.
The new church building will serve members of the Lutheran denomination.
An act of naming or classifying.
The denomination of the species was done according to the latest taxonomical studies.
A unit of value or currency.
They had to exchange their money for a smaller denomination before making the purchase.
A religious group or sect.
Various denominations participated in the interfaith dialogue.
Etymology
From Latin 'denominatio', meaning 'naming'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
religious denomination:
A distinct group within a religion.
denomination of currency:
Refers to the different values of banknotes or coins.
common denomination:
A shared factor or level of understanding.
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Slang Meanings
A term used informally to refer to money or cash in specific amounts.
I need to break this bill into smaller denominations.
Referring to different styles or versions of a product or item in general conversation.
They have a variety of denominations of that phone model.