as in first name
a name that is placed before one's family name
his prename is "Christopher," but he prefers to be called by his last name
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Noun
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After arriving in Islamabad in March 2023, Khalid, who also asked to be identified by first name only, completed the security clearance, medical tests, and interviews over the next year.—
Munir Ahmed,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Feb. 2025 -
After arriving in Islamabad in March 2023, Khalid, who also asked to be identified by first name only, completed the security clearance, medical tests and interviews over the next year.—
Llazar Semini,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The bridge failed four months after opening to traffic, but was plagued by windy conditions from the start, earning the nickname Galloping Gertie, The News Tribune reported.—
Angela Palermo,
Idaho Statesman,
30 Jan. 2025
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The show bends over backward to explain that the Sinatra nickname comes from Samantha’s frequent use of hats, even though Nicholson’s head is rarely covered.—
Alan Sepinwall,
Rolling Stone,
28 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The cows are often given names and encouraged to roam and graze in a stress-free environment, with only a few kept in each pen.—
Chelsea Davis,
Forbes,
17 Oct. 2024
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Attendees are given name tags with identification numbers and individually interviewed by production, according to the outlet.—
McKinley Franklin,
Peoplemag,
24 Sep. 2024
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“Prename.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prename. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.
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