agnomen
noun pl. agnomina
- in ancient Rome, a name added to the cognomen, esp. as an epithet honoring some achievement
- a nickname
See agnomen in American Heritage Dictionary 4
(ăg-nōˈmən)
noun pl. ag·nom·i·na (-nŏmˈə-nə) An additional cognomen given to a Roman citizen, often in honor of military victories.
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