Name

Definition

Name is both a noun and a verb. As a noun, it refers to a word or set of words by which a person, animal, place, or thing is identified. As a verb, it means to assign a name to someone or something.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /neɪm/
• Respelling: NAYM

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /neɪm/
• Respelling: NAYM

Etymology

The word "name" originates from the Old English "nama," derived from Proto-Germanic "*namô," and Proto-Indo-European "*nómn̥," meaning "name" or "noun." It has been used in English since the early medieval period.

Derivatives

• Nameless (adjective)
• Renamed (verb, past tense)
• Nametag (noun)
• Namesake (noun)
• Nameable (adjective)

Synonyms

• Title
• Designation
• Label

Antonyms

• Anonymous
• Unnamed
• None

Usage

The term "name" is used universally in identifying and categorizing entities. For example, "She wrote her name on the paper" or "Can you name the capital of this country?"

Related Terms

• Title: A formal or official name of a document, book, or person.
• Alias: An alternative name used for a person.
• Nickname: An informal or familiar name given to someone.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A word or set of words by which a person or thing is identified: Used to distinguish entities.
  • Example: "Her name is Sarah."
• A reputation or character associated with a specific person or thing: Refers to the standing or recognition of an entity.
  • Example: "He made a name for himself in the industry."

Verb

• To assign a name to someone or something: The act of giving an identifying word or title.
  • Example: "They decided to name their baby Emma."
• To specify or identify by name: Refers to the action of mentioning someone or something explicitly.
  • Example: "Can you name a few famous poets?"