exergue

noun

ex·ergue ˈek-ˌsərg

ˈeg-ˌzərg

: a space on a coin, token, or medal usually on the reverse below the central part of the design

Word History

Etymology

French, from New Latin exergum, from Greek ex out of + ergon work

First Known Use

1697, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of exergue was in 1697

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“Exergue.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/exergue. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.

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