English Explanatory Dictionary

forename

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A name that precedes the surname.
verb
  1. To assign (someone) a first name.
  2. Synonym of prenominate.
  3. To appoint in advance.

Pronunciation

/ˈfɔːneɪm/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-forename.wav /ˈfɔɹneɪm/

Word forms

forename forenames forenaming forenamed

Etymology

From fore- + name.

Synonyms

given name Christian name prename prenominate

Antonyms

aftername

Related words

clan name family name last name surname
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