Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nom-de-guerre
noun
/nɒm də ɡɛər/
Definition
A pseudonym or alias used by a person, especially in the context of military or combat.
Examples
- General Montgomery was known by his nom-de-guerre during World War II.
- The journalist published several articles under a nom-de-guerre to maintain her privacy.
Meaning
Literally translated from French, ‘nom de guerre’ means ‘war name.’ It’s often used to refer to a name adopted by someone for the sake of conflict or to protect their true identity.
Synonyms
- pseudonym
- alias
- nickname
