namesmanship
Meanings
noun
- The way names are assigned.
- The art of naming things in order to influence the reactions of others.
- The pursuit of status by having things named after oneself.
- The art of name-dropping or giving the names of people who are involved with a project, in order to confer status or legitimacy.
- Skill in knowing and pronouncing names.
Word forms
Etymology
Blend of name + gamesmanship.
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