Named: meaning, definitions and examples

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named

 

[ neษชmd ]

Adjective / Verb
Context #1 | Adjective

specific title

The term 'named' refers to something that has been given a specific title or designation. It implies that an entity or object has been identified and recognized by a particular name. This can pertain to people, places, events, or objects that have distinct labels that differentiate them from others. Named can also suggest a level of importance or recognition associated with the title given.

Synonyms

designated, identified, titled.

Examples of usage

  • The named winner of the contest was surprised.
  • She is a named artist in the exhibition.
  • The named representative spoke at the meeting.
Context #2 | Verb

to assign a title

As a verb, 'named' is the past tense of the word 'name,' which means to assign a name to someone or something. This action involves the selection of a word or phrase used to identify a person, place, object, or concept. Naming is an essential process in language as it helps facilitate communication by providing specific identifiers.

Synonyms

called, designated, labeled.

Examples of usage

  • He named his daughter Lily.
  • The committee named the new policies after several discussions.
  • She named her pet after her favorite character.

Translations

Translations of the word "named" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น nomeado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเคพเคฎเคฟเคค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช benannt

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ disebut

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะฐะทะฒะฐะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ nazwa

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅไป˜ใ‘ใ‚‰ใ‚ŒใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท nommรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ nombrado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท adlandฤฑrฤฑlmฤฑลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ด๋ฆ„ ๋ถ™์—ฌ์ง„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุณู…ู‰

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pojmenovanรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ menovanรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ‘ฝๅ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ imenovan

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ nefndur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐั‚ะฐะปา“ะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒแƒฌแƒ”แƒ แƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ adlandฤฑrฤฑlmฤฑลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ nombrado

Etymology

The word 'named' originates from the Old English 'nama' which means 'name' and goes back to the Proto-Germanic 'namรด', which has similar meanings in various Germanic languages. Over time, the word has evolved through various forms. In English, 'named' functions as both an adjective and the past participle of the verb 'name,' reinforcing its essential role in language and communication. Historically, names have played a crucial part in society, as they serve to signify individuality, status, and cultural heritage. In many ancient cultures, names were often thought to hold power, leading to ritualistic practices around naming. The importance of the act of naming can be felt in both personal and cultural realms, influencing everything from familial connections to social identity.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #1,140, this word is part of core intermediate vocabulary. It appears regularly in various contexts and is essential for natural-sounding English.