total

English

/ˈtəʊ.təl/, /ˈtoʊ.təl/

noun
Definitions
  • An amount obtained by the addition of smaller amounts.
  • (informal) Sum.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English total derived from Old French total derived from Latin tōtālis.

Origin

Latin

tōtālis

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