बैंक

Definition

A place where people keep and borrow money.

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Etymology

The term 'बैंक' (bank) comes from the Italian word 'banco', meaning a bench or counter where money was exchanged. It was integrated into Hindi during the British colonial period as the banking system developed in India.

How & Where It’s Used

'बैंक' is used in formal contexts, especially in financial, legal, and corporate discussions. It is predominantly written but also appears in spoken language in the context of financial transactions.

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