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Definition of Cognomen
1. Noun. A familiar name for a person (often a shortened version of a person's given name). "Henry's nickname was Slim"
Exact synonyms: Byname, Moniker, Nickname, Sobriquet, Soubriquet
Generic synonyms: Appellation, Appellative, Denomination, Designation
Derivative terms: Nickname
Generic synonyms: Appellation, Appellative, Denomination, Designation
Derivative terms: Nickname
2. Noun. The name used to identify the members of a family (as distinguished from each member's given name).
Exact synonyms: Family Name, Last Name, Surname
Generic synonyms: Name
Specialized synonyms: Maiden Name
Generic synonyms: Name
Specialized synonyms: Maiden Name
Definition of Cognomen
1. n. The last of the three names of a person among the ancient Romans, denoting his house or family.
Definition of Cognomen
1. a family name [n -MENS or -MINA]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Cognomen
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