Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
familiarly-known-as-familiarly-called
phrase
fuh-MIL-ee-ler-ee NOHN az fuh-MIL-ee-ler-ee KAWLD
Definition
A phrase used to refer to someone or something by a name that is commonly known or used among friends, family, or in casual conversation.
Examples
- She is familiarly known as ‘Liz’ among her friends.
- The place is familiarly called ‘The Square’ by locals.
- The book is familiarly nicknamed ‘The Great Gatsby’ instead of its full title.
Meaning
To identify a person or thing using a name that is familiar and often used in informal contexts.
Synonyms
- casually referred to as
- informally known as
- colloquially called
