noun
- a word or phrase by which a person, thing, or class of things is known, called, or spoken to or of; appellation; title
- a word or words expressing some quality considered characteristic or descriptive of a person or thing, often showing approval or disapproval; epithet
- the sacred designation of a deity: His ineffable name
- fame, reputation, or character: a good name
- good reputation
- a family or clan: the last of his name
- appearance only, not reality; semblance: chief in name only
- a distinguished or famous person: the greatest name in science
Origin:
ME < OE nama, akin to Ger name < IE base *(o)nomṇ > L nomen, Gr onoma, onyma
transitive verb named, naming
- to give a name or title to; entitle; style
- to designate, mention, or refer to by name
- to identify by the right name: name all the oceans
- to nominate or appoint to a post, situation, or office
- to set or fix; specify (a date, price, etc.)
- to speak about; mention