Phrase guide

proper name

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

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noun

Meaning 1

A word or phrase that has noun part of speech and names a specific object, usually capitalized, for example Martin or New York.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • For quotations using this term, see Citations:proper name.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: proper noun[Appendix:Glossary, name

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

a noun that denotes a particular thing; usually capitalized

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: proper noun

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: noun

History

Etymology

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