nummular Meaning, Definition & Usage

Num"mu*lar, Num"mu*la*ry adjective (Also<

• Nummular
• Nummulary

)

Etymology

L. nummularius, fr. nummulus, dim. of nummus a coin: cf. F. nummulaire.

Definitions

1. Of or pertaining to coin or money; pecuniary; as, the nummulary talent.
2. (Pathol.) Having the appearance or form of a coin. "Nummular sputa." Sir T. Watson.