aptronym

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A name that is aptly suited to its owner.

Pronunciation

/ˈæptɹəʊˌnɪm/ /ˈæptɹəˌnɪm/ /ˈæptɹoʊˌnɪm/

Word forms

aptronym aptronyms

Etymology

Blend of apt + patronym.

Antonyms

Related words

apronym nomen est omen

Derived words

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