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coined

 

[ kɔɪnd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

creating phrases

The term 'coined' refers to the act of creating a new word or phrase. This process often involves inventing a term to describe a new idea, concept, or phenomenon in language. Coining can occur in various contexts, be it in literature, science, or everyday speech. It's a significant aspect of language evolution, reflecting cultural and societal changes. People often attribute coining to writers, inventors, or influential figures who popularize new expressions.

Synonyms

create, devise, formulate, invent

Examples of usage

  • Shakespeare coined many words still used today.
  • The internet has coined several new phrases.
  • She coined the term 'brain fog' to describe her symptoms.
  • He coined an innovative phrase that caught on quickly.

Translations

Translations of the word "coined" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cunhado

🇮🇳 जुड़वां

🇩🇪 geprägt

🇮🇩 koin

🇺🇦 винайдено

🇵🇱 wymyślony

🇯🇵 造られた

🇫🇷 créé

🇪🇸 acuñado

🇹🇷 madeni para

🇰🇷 주조된

🇸🇦 مسكوك

🇨🇿 založený

🇸🇰 vyrazený

🇨🇳 铸造的

🇸🇮 kovan

🇮🇸 myntaður

🇰🇿 жасалған

🇬🇪 ნაღდება

🇦🇿 qəbul edilmiş

🇲🇽 acuñado

Etymology

The verb 'coin' originates from the Middle English word 'coinen,' which meant to mint or produce money, derived from the Old French term 'coigne.' The literal sense of 'coining' was to make coins, which hence evolved metaphorically to mean to create a new term or expression. As language has evolved, 'to coin a phrase' became a standard expression used since the 19th century, indicating the introduction of new terminology. The historical aspect of coinage in terms of language reflects how new concepts and innovations can give rise to new lexical items, illustrating the dynamic nature of linguistic development. The transition from a financial context to a linguistic framework demonstrates the adaptability of language as it responds to the needs of communication and expression.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,998, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.