name·plate

[neym-pleyt]
noun
1.
a flat, usually rectangular piece of metal, wood, or plastic on which the name of a person, company, etc., is printed or engraved: She has a large office with her nameplate on the door.
2.
masthead ( def 2 ).

Origin:
1880–85; name + plate1

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nameplate (ˈneɪmˌpleɪt) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n
a small panel on or next to the door of a room or building, bearing the occupant's name and profession

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Nameplate is always a great word to know.
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