the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
v. To give a name to; to characterize by an epithet; to entitle; to name; to designate.
adj. Having a specific name or denomination; specified in the concrete as opposed to abstract; thus, 7 feet is a denominate quantity, while 7 is mere abstract quantity or number. See Compound number, under compound.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
To name; give a name or epithet to; call.
Synonyms To call, style, entitle, designate, dub.
In arithmetic, denoting a number, and used with the name of the kind of unit treated of; qualifying: opposed to abstract.
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v. assign a name or title to
Word Usage
"Hedge funds have allowed investors to denominate holdings in gold, and exchange-traded funds backed by physical gold have become some of the most popular investment vehicles."