aes

[ eez ]

noun

1. any of various early forms of bronze or copper money used in ancient Rome. Compare as ²( def 1 ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of aes¹

< Latin: copper, bronze, money made from them, money in general; ore

Example Sentences

The effort has been stymied amid fights with the city of Redondo Beach, the California Coastal Commission and AES Corp., the owner of the power plant.

From Los Angeles Times

In late 2022, AES threatened to foreclose on Pustilnikov.

From Los Angeles Times

Through this demonstration, they illustrate the ability to extract the secret AES encryption key.

From Science Daily

Mitchell cited in particular Brand’s role in the recent closure of the AES Redondo Beach power plant, which she said was “just one example of Bill’s lasting impact.”

From Los Angeles Times

Living to see the closure of the AES plant, which he had fought so hard for, “was an accomplishment of which he was extremely proud,” the city statement said.

From Los Angeles Times