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Topic: Finance

demerge

IPA: /dɪˈmɜːrdʒ/

KK: /dɪˈmɜrdʒ/

verb

Definition: To separate companies that were previously joined together; to undo a merger.

Example: The company decided to demerge its divisions to focus on their individual strengths.

demerger

IPA: /dɪˈmɜːrdʒər/

KK: /dɪˈmɜrʤər/

noun

Definition: A process where a company splits into two or more separate entities, often reversing a previous merger.

Example: The company announced a demerger to focus on its core business areas.

demonetization

IPA: /ˌdiːmənaɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /dɪˌmoʊnɪtaɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of removing a currency's status as legal money, making it no longer acceptable for transactions.

Example: The government's decision on demonetization caused a lot of confusion among the public.

demonetize

IPA: /ˌdiːməˈnaɪtaɪz/

KK: /ˈdɛmənəˌtaɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To take away the monetary value of something, such as a coin or currency, making it no longer usable as money.

Example: The government decided to demonetize the old currency notes to prevent counterfeiting.

demurrage

IPA: /dɪˈmɜːrɪdʒ/

KK: /dɪˈmɜrɪdʒ/

noun

Definition: A fee charged for keeping a ship, truck, or freight car longer than agreed, usually because it was not loaded or unloaded on time.

Example: The shipping company had to pay demurrage because the cargo was delayed at the port.

denar

IPA: /ˈdɛnɑr/

KK: /dɛnɑr/

noun

Definition: A unit of currency that was used in various countries, particularly in the former Yugoslavia and now in North Macedonia.

Example: The price of the book is 500 denars.

denominate

IPA: /dɪˈnɒmɪneɪt/

KK: /dɪˈnɑːmɪneɪt/

adjective

Definition: This term refers to a quantity expressed in terms of a specific unit, such as pounds or inches.

Example: The measurement was denominate in pounds, making it clear how much weight was involved.

transitive verb

Definition: To give a specific name or title to something, or to express an amount in a particular currency.

Example: The company decided to denominate its shares in euros to attract European investors.

denomination

IPA: /dɪˌnɒmɪˈneɪʃən/

KK: /dɪˈnɑːmɪˌneɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A category or group that shares a common name or belief, often used in relation to religion or types of currency.

Example: The church is part of a larger denomination that includes many other congregations.

dependability

IPA: /dɪˌpɛndəˈbɪləti/

KK: /dɪˈpɛndəˌbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality of being reliable and trustworthy, so that others can count on you or something to perform as expected.

Example: Her dependability makes her a great team member.

deposit

IPA: /dɪˈpɒzɪt/

KK: /dɪˈpɑːzɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To settle or become placed in a specific location, often referring to a substance or material that accumulates over time.

Example: The minerals will deposit at the bottom of the lake over the years.

noun

Definition: A sum of money that is paid as a part of a larger payment or as security for an item that is borrowed or rented.

Example: I made a $200 deposit to secure my reservation at the hotel.

transitive verb

Definition: To place or put something in a specific location, often for safekeeping or as a payment.

Example: I decided to deposit my paycheck into my savings account.

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