Meaning & Definition of word "Denomination"

Denomination

/dɪˌnɒmɪˈneɪʃən/

noun:

  • 1. A recognized autonomous branch of the Christian Church.
    • Example: The new church building will serve members of the Lutheran denomination.
  • 2. An act of naming or classifying.
    • Example: The denomination of the species was done according to the latest taxonomical studies.
  • 3. A unit of value or currency.
    • Example: They had to exchange their money for a smaller denomination before making the purchase.
  • 4. A religious group or sect.
    • Example: 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.

Related Words

sect:

A group of people with somewhat different beliefs from those of a larger group to which they belong.

branch:

A division of a larger organization or concept.

category:

A class or division in a system of classification.

Slang Meanings of denomination

Meaning: A term used informally to refer to money or cash in specific amounts.

Example Sentence: I need to break this bill into smaller denominations.

Meaning: Referring to different styles or versions of a product or item in general conversation.

Example Sentence: They have a variety of denominations of that phone model.