naming
- 01 B1 Intermediate
n.the process of choosing or giving a name to something new.
n.the act or process of assigning a name to an object, concept, or person for identification.
Simple“The naming of the new park took several months of public debate.”
In context“The naming of chemical compounds follows a strict set of international rules to ensure clarity across different languages.”
Synonyms - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.a special event or ritual where a person, like a baby, is officially given their name.
n.a formal ceremony or ritual during which a person is given a name or their name is publicly announced.
Simple“The whole family gathered for the baby's naming ceremony on Sunday.”
In context“Traditional naming ceremonies in many cultures serve as a vital rite of passage, welcoming the infant into the community.”
Synonyms - 03 B1 Intermediate
v.the action of saying the name of someone or something, or choosing someone for a job.
v.the present participle or gerund form of 'name', used to describe the act of identifying or appointing.
Simple“She had trouble naming all the capital cities in the quiz.”
In context“Naming a successor before the official retirement date helped stabilize the company's stock price during the transition.”
Synonyms - 04 C1 Advanced
adj.describing something that gives or provides a name.
adj.functioning as a modifier to describe the act of providing or assigning a name.
Simple“The naming rights for the stadium were sold to a large tech company.”
In context“The committee focused on the naming conventions used in the database to ensure every entry was easily searchable.”
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