nickname
IPA: nˈɪkneɪm
noun
- A familiar, invented name for a person or thing used instead of the actual name of the person or thing, often based on some noteworthy characteristic.
- A familiar, shortened or diminutive name for a person or thing.
verb
- (transitive) To give a nickname to (a person or thing).
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Examples of "nickname" in Sentences
- He acquires the nickname Mumble.
- Who has the nickname of termagant
- The athletic nickname is the Aggies.
- The nickname was quietly dropped in.
- The origin of the nickname is unclear.
- The regimental nickname in the film was 'The Dogs'.
- His enduring nickname was 'The Voice of the Twins'.
- The nickname is superfluous in the opening paragraph.
- Constantine gained the nickname the Great on the battlefield.
- Gopher is the nickname of the University of Minnesota and of the State.
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