Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nomen
noun
/ˈnoʊ.mɛn/
Definition
A term used in linguistics and grammar, specifically referring to the name of a person or thing.
Examples
- In the classification of species, the nomen of the plant is crucial for identification.
- The professional nomen of the author appears on the cover of the book.
- He preferred to be known by his nickname rather than his full nomen.
Meaning
In general use, it refers to a name or a designation.
Synonyms
- name
- designation
- title
