denominate

American  

[dih-nom-uh-neyt] / dɪˈnɒm əˌneɪt /

verb (used with object)

denominated, denominating

1. to give a name to; denote; designate.

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denominate British  

verb

1. (tr) to give a specific name to; designate

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adjective

1. maths (of a number) representing a multiple of a unit of measurement

   4 is the denominate number in 4 miles

Other Word Forms

• denominable adjective
• undenominated adjective

Etymology

Origin of denominate

1545–55; < Latin dēnōminātus (past participle of dēnōmināre ), equivalent to dē- de- + nōminātus; nominate

Example Sentences

This could drive capital flows toward U.S. dollar‑denominated assets, amplifying pressure on regional currencies, the multilateral bank said.

From The Wall Street Journal

The yuan has been strengthening against the dollar in recent months, which could mean that China’s share of the global economy, denominated in dollars, may be set for a rebound this year.

From The Wall Street Journal

A substantial share of cross-border loans and bonds are denominated in dollars.

From The Wall Street Journal

Alphabet also issued $11.5 billion of bonds denominated in British pounds and Swiss francs.

From The Wall Street Journal

The rise in the value of the US dollar may also have had an impact, as the oil price is denominated in dollars and it makes it more expensive for non-US buyers.

From BBC