Name

Pronunciation: /ˈneɪm/

Name (noun)

  1. a word or set of words by which a person is known.
  2. a word that identifies an object, place, or thing.
  3. the reputation or status someone or something has.

Examples

  • She wrote her name on the paper.
  • He forgot to mention his name during the introduction.

Common collocations: first name, last name, full name, brand name, product name

Name (verb)

  1. to give a word or set of words to identify someone or something.
  2. to mention or identify someone or something in speech or writing.

Examples

  • They decided to name the puppy Max.
  • She will name her new business soon.

Synonyms of Name

Neutral

Informal