Etymology
The word "culmination" originates from the Latin term "culmen," meaning "top" or "summit." It is derived from the Proto-Indo-European root "*kel-," which means "to rise" or "to reach a height."
Meaning
Origin
The term "culmination" was first used in the 16th century to refer to the highest point in the orbit of a celestial body. It was later extended to mean the highest point or stage of any process or event. The word gained wider usage in the 19th century, particularly in the fields of science, philosophy, and literature.
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