cet-
a combining form meaning “whale,” used in the formation of compound words.
cet-
American
CET
British
abbreviation
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Central European Time
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Common External Tariff
Etymology
Origin of cet-
Combining form representing Greek kêtos whale
Example Sentences
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The added stake is expected to lower Credit Agricole’s CET 1 ratio by around 35 basis points by the end of the second quarter of 2026, it said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 6, 2026
CaixaBank’s CET 1 ratio—a measure of capital strength—was slightly below expectations at 12.44%, partly reflecting the buyback and higher risk-weighed assets.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 31, 2025
But it's predicted to be cooler - between 24 and 27C - for the later 21:00 CET kick-offs.
From BBC ● Jul. 1, 2025
The grand final of the Eurovision Song Contest takes place in Basel, Switzerland at 20:00 BST / 21:00 CET on Saturday, 17 May.
From BBC ● May 16, 2025
Evidently an original kind of figure to us, CET ANGLAIS.
From History of Friedrich II of Prussia — Volume 10 by Thomas Carlyle
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