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    Nom (en. Name)

    [nɔm]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Words that designate a person, an animal, a thing, or a concept.
    My name is Pierre.
    Mon nom est Pierre.
    Official appellation, especially in legal documents.
    Please sign on behalf of the company.
    Merci de signer au nom de l'entreprise.
    Synonym for identity or reputation.
    He decided to change his name due to his celebrity.
    Il a décidé de changer de nom en raison de sa célébrité.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'nomen', which means 'name'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    surname
    Name inherited from a lineage.
    nom de famille
    in the name of
    On behalf of something or someone.
    au nom de
    to know by name
    To have heard of someone without knowing them personally.
    connaître de nom
    to make a name
    To make oneself known or establish one's reputation.
    faire un nom
    trade name
    Name used to identify a business.
    nom commercial

    Related Words

    first name
    Personal name given to a person.
    prénom
    nickname
    Familiar or affectionate name given to a person.
    surnom
    alias
    Name used to disguise true identity.
    alias
    nomination
    Action of designating or proposing a name.
    nomination

    Slang Meanings

    Name that evokes a reputation or notoriety.
    His name is on everyone's lips after his latest film.
    Son nom est sur toutes les lèvres après son dernier film.
    Humorous or friendly use of a person's name.
    He is called 'the big chef' because of his passion for cooking.
    On l'appelle le 'grand chef' à cause de sa passion pour la cuisine.