Meaning & Definition of word "Month"

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!