name  (nām) 
n. A word or words by which an entity is designated and distinguished from others. A word or group of words used to describe or evaluate, often disparagingly. Representation or repute, as opposed to reality: a democracy in name, a police state in fact. A reputation: has a bad name. A distinguished reputation: made a name for himself as a drummer.
An illustrious or outstanding person: joined several famous names for a photograph. See Synonyms at celebrity.
tr.v.
named, nam·ing, names
To give a name to: named the child after both grandparents. To mention, specify, or cite by name: named the primary colors. To call by an epithet: named them all cowards. To nominate for or appoint to a duty, an office, or an honor. See Synonyms at appoint. To specify or fix: We need to name the time for our meeting.
adj.
Informal
Well-known by a name: a name performer.
[Middle English, from Old English nama; see n -men- in Indo-European roots.]
nam'a·ble, name'a·ble adj., nam'er n. |
