as in first name
a name that is placed before one's family name
his prename is "Christopher," but he prefers to be called by his last name
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Beth asked to be identified only by their first name to protect their safety as a victim of human trafficking.Sylvan Lebrun, Chicago Tribune, 3 Nov. 2024
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Courtesy Emaline Emaline, who asked to go by her first name because of concerns over a state policy related to trans teachers, is getting her master’s degree in teaching and currently works in a public middle school.Jo Yurcaba, NBC News, 30 Oct. 2024
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Kitchens calls her son Serge, a nickname for his full one, Sergio Kitchens.Mankaprr Conteh, Rolling Stone, 4 Nov. 2024
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In the complete first volume, which appeared in 1854, the Grimms included Wilhelm’s affectionate nickname for his wife, bierlümmel (beer lout).Jennifer Wilson, The New Yorker, 4 Nov. 2024
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The cows are often given names and encouraged to roam and graze in a stress-free environment, with only a few kept in each pen.Chelsea Davis, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024
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Attendees are given name tags with identification numbers and individually interviewed by production, according to the outlet.McKinley Franklin, Peoplemag, 24 Sep. 2024
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“Prename.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prename. Accessed 17 Nov. 2024.
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