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Definition of numismatics

numismatics

/ˌnuː.mɪzˈmæt.ɪks/
nu · mis · mat · ics
Adverb:numismatically
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Adjective:numismatic
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numismatics Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The study or collection of currency, including coins, tokens, paper money, and medals.

Example

"His lifelong passion for numismatics began when his grandfather gave him a rare nineteenth-century silver dollar."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Although ending in '-s', 'numismatics' is treated as a singular uncountable noun and takes a singular verb (e.g., 'Numismatics is a fascinating field').

• Rhymes for numismatics

• Nearby Words

numerous
numerously
numinosity
numismatics
nummy
numskull
nun

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 18th century from French 'numismatique', from Latin 'numisma' (coin), which derives from Ancient Greek 'nomisma' (current coin or custom), from 'nomizein' (to hold or use by custom).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Numismatics. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/numismatics
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