nameplate

noun

name·​plate ˈnām-ˌplāt 

: something (such as a plate or plaque) bearing a name (as of a resident or manufacturer)

Examples of nameplate in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The third iteration of the nameplate, and first since 2018, was unveiled in 2024 and sits atop the brand’s lineup of grand tourers. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 4 Nov. 2026

The Mustang Mach-E lives up to the expectations of its iconic nameplate by delivering sporty performance. — ABC News, 28 Oct. 2026

By bringing a familiar nameplate into the electric era, VW has a chance to make the transition feel less like a leap into the unknown and more like buying the next version of a car people already understand. — New Atlas, 24 Oct. 2026

That retro vibe extends to the cars themselves, with plenty of familiar nameplates reimagined. — Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 13 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1858, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for nameplate

• abdicate
• abrogate
• acetate
• activate
• actuate
• aggravate
• agitate
• alginate
• alienate
• allocate
• amputate
• angulate