Etymology:
momentarius ("lasting only a moment")momentum ("an instant")Meaning:
Origin:
The word "momentary" originated in the 15th century from the medieval Latin word momentarius, which itself derives from the Latin noun momentum. In classical Latin, momentum meant "an instant" or "a point in time." It was closely related to the verb movere ("to move"), suggesting that it originally referred to a movement or transition.
Over time, the meaning of momentum evolved to encompass a broader range of concepts, including:
The derived word "momentary" reflects the sense of fleetingness and brevity that is associated with the original meaning of momentum. It suggests something that is here only for a moment and then disappears.
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