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a combining form of Greek origin, meaning “word,” “name”:
pseudonym.
Origin:
ultimately <
Greek
-ōnymos
having the kind of name specified, combining form representing
ónyma,
dialectal variant of
ónoma
name
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an extraordinary or unusual thing, person, or event; an exceptional example or instance.
a scrap or morsel of food left at a meal.
a children's mummer's parade, as on the Fourth of July, with prizes for the best costumes.
a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.
a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc.
an extraordinary or unusual thing, person, or event; an exceptional example or instance.
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