Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

change-the-name

verb phrase
/ˈʧeɪndʒ ðə neɪm/
Definition
The act of altering the name of a person, place, or thing.
Examples
  • After a long discussion, they decided to change the name of the project.
  • The city council voted to change the name of the park to honor local heroes.
  • Many companies rebrand by changing their name to appeal to a younger audience.
Meaning
To replace an existing name with a new one.
Synonyms
  • rename
  • rebrand
  • rechristen
  • rename
  • relabel