Denomination
/ˌdɛnəˈmeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A recognized autonomous branch of the Christian Church.
She belongs to a Protestant denomination.
- (n.) The act of naming or designating something.
The denomination of the country’s currency is dollars.
- (n.) A class or category, especially in legal or financial contexts, such as currency units or bond values.
The banknotes come in denominations of fifty and one hundred.
Forms
- denominations
See also
Commentary
In legal drafting, clarity is key when using "denomination" to distinguish between its meanings related to religious groups and monetary units.
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