finance
|fi-nance|
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/ˈfaɪnæns/
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/ˈfɪnæns/
money management
Etymology
Etymology Information
'finance' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'finance,' where 'fin' meant 'end' or 'settlement.'
Historical Evolution
'finance' changed from the Old French word 'finance' and eventually became the modern English word 'finance.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'payment or settlement,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'management of money.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the management of large amounts of money, especially by governments or large companies.
She works in finance, managing investments for a large corporation.
Synonyms
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