nameplate

noun

name·​plate ˈnām-ˌplāt How to pronounce nameplate (audio)
: something (such as a plate or plaque) bearing a name (as of a resident or manufacturer)

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Models bearing two of those nameplates are now being manufactured inside the factory. Adam Van Brimmer, AJC.com, 2 June 2026 The Toyota Grand Highlander is the better option for fans of the Highlander nameplate who value Toyota's reputation for reliability. Charles Singh, USA Today, 1 June 2026 The Stärke nameplate has been associated with the Porsche 356 Speedster model for a while now. Peter Nelson, Robb Report, 27 May 2026 This Lego set comes with 566 pieces to build Heihei, a stand with decorative flowers, and a nameplate. Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 23 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for nameplate

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1858, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of nameplate was circa 1858

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“Nameplate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nameplate. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.

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