denomination

B1
Pronunciation
/dɪˌnɒmɪˈneɪʃən/
Noun
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

The act of naming or designating.

2 Definition

That by which anything is denominated or styled; an epithet; a name, designation, or title; especially, a general name indicating a class of like individuals

3 Definition

A class, or society of individuals, called by the same name; a sect or religious subgroup.

Example Sentences
  • She follows the Ahmadiyya denomination of Islam.
4 Definition

A unit in a series of units of weight, money, etc.

Example Sentences
  • What denomination is that money? They are all 50 euro notes.