Meaning of pecuniary in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Qualitative Adjective
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /pəˈkjuniˌɛri/

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  1. Qualitative Adjective

    pecuniary

    Etymology

    early 16th century: from Latin pecuniarius, from pecunia‘money’, from pecu‘cattle, money’

    Definitions

    1. relating to or involving money

    Examples

    • « monetary rewards »
    • « he received thanks but no pecuniary compensation for his services »

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