as in moniker
a word or combination of words by which a person or thing is regularly known
the nomenclature, "tuxedo," derives from the fact that the jacket first became popular in the resort area of Tuxedo Park, New York
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Recent Examples of nomenclature
Leslie Katz In the new study, the researchers call their case exceptional, detailing the reasons this dinosaur warranted a new nomenclature based on the available evidence.
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Leslie Katz, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025
The enduring legacy of racist, offensive terms in scientific nomenclature raises important questions about ethics in naming and the power of language in maintaining or dismantling colonial legacies.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 12 Dec. 2024
The attack likely starts with either a phishing email link or attachment, although the researchers were unable to obtain the original email the nomenclature used in the filenames suggested income tax deduction and rebates as the bait.
—Davey Winder, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
Consider the teenager’s nomenclature for an erect pecker.
—Matthew J. C. Clark, Harper's Magazine, 2 Aug. 2024
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Leslie Katz, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025
The enduring legacy of racist, offensive terms in scientific nomenclature raises important questions about ethics in naming and the power of language in maintaining or dismantling colonial legacies.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 12 Dec. 2024
The attack likely starts with either a phishing email link or attachment, although the researchers were unable to obtain the original email the nomenclature used in the filenames suggested income tax deduction and rebates as the bait.
—Davey Winder, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
Consider the teenager’s nomenclature for an erect pecker.
—Matthew J. C. Clark, Harper's Magazine, 2 Aug. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nomenclature
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The jets currently flying under the Air Force One moniker have been in service since the George H.W. Bush administration.—
Chris Isidore,
CNN,
21 Feb. 2025
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The album is the Swede’s first solo effort under the Yung Lean moniker since 2022’s Stardust.—
Matthew Strauss,
Pitchfork,
20 Feb. 2025
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Another community member sought answers after learning a relative had been flown to an ICE facility on the naval base in Guantanamo, Cuba – only after seeing his name listed in The New York Times.—
Lauren Villagran,
USA TODAY,
23 Feb. 2025
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Not long afterward, his name began to surface as the likely successor to Gen. Mark Milley, who was set to retire as chairman.—
Lolita C. Baldor,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Feb. 2025
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The title of the song also appears to be a nod to Alabama Barker's first name, which was inspired by Alabama Whitman from the 1993 film True Romance.—
Ross Rosenfeld,
Newsweek,
26 Feb. 2025
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The title of most No. 1 albums of all time is still held by the Beatles, with 19.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
26 Feb. 2025
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Bibas, who presides at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit and is serving as a trial judge by designation for this case in Delaware, was unpersuaded by Ross’ defenses.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
18 Feb. 2025
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While still rare, players more frequently file grievances to dispute their positional designation for the tag itself.—
Mark Puleo,
The Athletic,
18 Feb. 2025
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For some, the preferred nickname might be City of the Big Shoulders and Hog Butcher for the World, courtesy of poet Carl Sandburg.—
Rick Kogan,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Feb. 2025
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During a March 2023 appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show, McEntire shared that her fondness for tots earned her a new nickname — and kicked off her relationship with the CSI: Miami alum.—
Sabienna Bowman,
People.com,
24 Feb. 2025
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This wine exemplifies the winery's commitment to producing premium wines that reflect the appellation's unique terroir.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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Long considered the pinnacle of Sangiovese, the appellation received DOC status in 1968 and became Italy’s first DOCG, the highest regional designation, in 1980.—
Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen,
Robb Report,
3 Feb. 2025
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“Nomenclature.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nomenclature. Accessed 2 Mar. 2025.
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