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deposit
The term carries a strong sense of placement and security. When dealing with money, it implies a transition from a liquid, immediate state to a stored, protected state. It suggests a formal agreement or a safeguard against future risk, as seen in rental agreements where the money acts as a guarantee. In a geological or chemical sense, the word describes the slow, inevitable accumulation of matter. It evokes an image of layering over time, where particles settle out of a fluid and solidify into a permanent structure. This creates a contrast between the intentional act of banking and the passive process of nature.
Countable when referring to distinct veins or pockets of minerals in the ground.
Meanings
To place money in a bank account.
"I need to deposit this check tomorrow."
To set down or leave something in a specific place.
"The river deposits silt along the banks."
A sum of money paid as a first installment or security.
"He paid a five hundred dollar deposit on the apartment."
A natural accumulation of minerals or oil in the earth.
"The region is known for its vast gold deposits."