Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

rename

verb
/ˌriːˈneɪm/
Definition
To give a new name to something or someone.
Examples
  • We decided to rename the project after receiving feedback.
  • She wants to rename her cat because she no longer likes the original name.
  • The company plans to rename their product line to better reflect its features.
Meaning
Renaming involves changing the existing name of an object, person, or concept to a different one, often for clarity or personal reasons.
Synonyms
  • Rechristen
  • Rebrand
  • Renounce
  • Reidentify