pecuniary

    [pi kyo̵̅o̅′nē er′ē]
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The definition of pecuniary is something related to money.adjective

When you are interested in a job only because of the money, this is an example of a situation where you are driven by pecuniary interests.

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adjective

  1. of or involving money
  2. involving a money penalty, or fine: a pecuniary offense

Origin: L pecuniarius < pecunia, money < pecus, cattle: see fee

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adjective
  1. Of or relating to money: a pecuniary loss; pecuniary motives.
  2. Requiring payment of money: a pecuniary offense.

Origin: Latin pecūniārius, from pecūnia, property, wealth; see peku- in Indo-European roots.

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pecuniary - Business Definition

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Of or relating to money.
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pecuniary - Legal Definition

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adj

Having to do with, or relating to, money.
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