Monthly
Monthly
Monthly (/ˈmʌnθli/), from the Old English monað, is a term used to describe something that occurs or is calculated once every month. It is a common unit of time measurement in various fields, including finance, healthcare, and general scheduling.
Etymology
The term monthly originates from the Old English monað, which is related to the Proto-Germanic *mēnōþs. The word has cognates in other Germanic languages, such as the Old High German mānōd and the Old Norse mánaðr. The term is derived from the Proto-Indo-European root *mēns- which means "moon", reflecting the ancient correlation between the cycle of the moon and a month.
In Healthcare
In healthcare, the term monthly is often used to refer to menstrual cycles, which typically occur on a monthly basis. This is also referred to as a woman's menstrual cycle.
In Finance
In finance, monthly is used to describe payments, interest rates, and other calculations that are made or due once every month. This includes monthly payments, monthly interest rates, and monthly income.
Related Terms
- Bi-monthly: Occurring or calculated twice a month or every two months.
- Quarterly: Occurring or calculated once every three months.
- Semi-annually: Occurring or calculated twice a year.
- Annually: Occurring or calculated once a year.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Monthly
- Wikipedia's article - Monthly
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