money

[ˈmʌni]

money Definition

  • 1a medium of exchange in the form of coins, banknotes, or digital currency
  • 2wealth regarded as a source of revenue or profit
  • 3payment or financial gain

Using money: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "money" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I need to withdraw some money from the bank.

  • Example

    He made a lot of money from his investments.

  • Example

    She offered to lend me some money.

  • Example

    The company is losing money this quarter.

money Synonyms and Antonyms

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Antonyms for money

Idioms Using money

  • to back up your words with actions and financial support

    Example

    If you really believe in this cause, you should put your money where your mouth is and donate to the organization.

  • to try to solve a problem by spending a lot of money on it

    Example

    The government is just throwing money at the education system without addressing the underlying issues.

  • money doesn't grow on trees

    a reminder that money is a limited resource and should be used wisely

    Example

    You can't just buy whatever you want. Money doesn't grow on trees, you know.

Phrases with money

  • to earn money through work or investment

    Example

    He made a lot of money from his business.

  • to use money to buy something

    Example

    I spent all my money on clothes.

  • the power of money to influence people or decisions

    Example

    In politics, money talks and often determines the outcome of elections.

Origins of money

from Middle English 'moneie', from Old French 'monnaie', from Latin 'moneta' (name of the Roman goddess of money)

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Summary: money in Brief

Money [ˈmʌni] is a medium of exchange, wealth, or payment. It can take the form of coins, banknotes, or digital currency. Examples include 'I need to withdraw some money from the bank.' and 'The company is losing money this quarter.' Phrases like 'make money' and idioms like 'put your money where your mouth is' reflect the importance of money in our lives.

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