This is the 92nd most frequent Greek word.
εκατ
The Greek word "εκατ" is an abbreviation for "εκατό," meaning "hundred" in English.
In this context, 'εκατ(οστάρι)' refers to a measurement unit, specifically 'centimeter'.
Βρήκα ένα εκατοστάρι στο δρόμο.
I found a centimeter mark on the road.
Here, 'εκάστοτε' is derived from the word root 'εκατ', indicating 'each one' or 'specific'.
Η εκάστοτε απόφαση παίρνεται με προσοχή.
The each specific decision is made cautiously.
In this sentence, 'εκατό' stems from 'εκατ', meaning 'hundred'.