as in moniker
a word or combination of words by which a person or thing is regularly known
the nomenclature, "tuxedo," derives from the fact that the jacket first became popular in the resort area of Tuxedo Park, New York
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Recent Examples of nomenclature
A lot of people thought that Ferrari bestowing the GTO nomenclature on this car was a mistake - the collectors of the world just put that rumour to bed permanently.
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New Atlas, 23 Jan. 2026
Both Taylor Ham and Pork Roll, whose dueling nomenclature is apparently a Jersey-style source of contention, will also be served.
—Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 8 Jan. 2026
The number of these winds that the Sumerians decided to name, and which unintentionally inaugurated a system of nomenclature that would be adopted by most of the rest of the world, was four.
—Big Think, 18 Nov. 2025
There’s all kinds of nomenclature.
—Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 18 Nov. 2025
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New Atlas, 23 Jan. 2026
Both Taylor Ham and Pork Roll, whose dueling nomenclature is apparently a Jersey-style source of contention, will also be served.
—Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 8 Jan. 2026
The number of these winds that the Sumerians decided to name, and which unintentionally inaugurated a system of nomenclature that would be adopted by most of the rest of the world, was four.
—Big Think, 18 Nov. 2025
There’s all kinds of nomenclature.
—Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 18 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for nomenclature
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nomenclature
Noun
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Amid the fallout from the allegations, members of the public quickly called on officials to rename locations that carry his moniker.—
Daniella Silva,
NBC news,
19 Mar. 2026
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But March Madness has earned that moniker for a reason, too.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
19 Mar. 2026
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The question box includes a space for your name, but this is optional.—
Carolyn Hax,
Washington Post,
27 Mar. 2026
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To search the restaurant inspections, type in a keyword or restaurant name.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
24 Mar. 2026
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In 10 seasons in the IHSA, Yorkville Christian has won four regional titles, two sectionals and the Class 1A state title in 2021-22.—
Rick Armstrong,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Mar. 2026
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Case, a player on KU’s 2008 NCAA title team, is in his 11th season on Bill Self’s KU coaching staff.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
18 Mar. 2026
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Evander Holyfield wrote an op-ed last year saying UBOs could try to amass too much control over rankings and designation of champions.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
24 Mar. 2026
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Another three small cars were selected for the group's Top Safety Pick designation, which is its second-highest award.—
Keith Laing,
USA Today,
24 Mar. 2026
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The 40-year-old May, whose nickname is Boom, was the head coach of the men's NCAA Division III team at Augsburg University for two seasons before joining Frost and the Gophers.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
23 Mar. 2026
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Still, Avila, the college basketball cult sensation dubbed Cream Abdul-Jabbar (or Milk Chamberlain or SLU Alcindor, among many other nicknames), is likely to be the most important player on the floor.—
Ralph D. Russo,
New York Times,
21 Mar. 2026
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There are so many to choose from, including levels such as appellation village, Premier Cru, and Grand Cru, and appellations large and small like Côte de Beaune, Côte Chalonnaise, Côte d’Or, Puligny-Montrachet, and Chassagne-Montrachet.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
5 Mar. 2026
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Barometer bush is another one of its appellations due to observations that a sudden rise in humidity triggers Texas sage’s massive bloom, typically occurring just before or after rain.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
29 Nov. 2025
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“Nomenclature.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nomenclature. Accessed 25 Mar. 2026.
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