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nicholas-name

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A longer name corresponding to a shortened version common as a nickname, either of which may be the person or thing's actual name.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: humorous

Examples

  • He always calls me my nicholas-name Josephine, even though I keep telling him JJ is fine.
  • My legal name is Tim, but my nicholas-name is Timothy.

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noun

Meaning 2

A familiar name for a person or thing that is used in place of its actual name, usually longer or less wieldy.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: humorous

Examples

  • I'm Kai, but my friends call me Kylesternus. It's a nicholas-name.

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History

Etymology

From nickname, based on Nick being a common nickname for Nicholas (although nickname and Nick are unrelated).