Depositum
/dɪˈpɒzɪtəm/noun
A sum of money placed in a bank for safekeeping.
Did you know?The word 'depositum' reflects ancient practices of entrusting valuables to others, linking it to both financial and spiritual safeguarding.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
depositum
“Something laid down or entrusted.”
Old French
Old French
depositer
“To place or entrust.”
Middle English
Middle English
deposite
“To place for safekeeping.”
Modern English
English
deposit
“A sum of money placed for safekeeping or investment.”
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