Word Type

Noun

Verb

The word "nickname" can be used as noun and verb.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

nicknameable nicknamee nicknameless nicknamer nicknamey

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

appellation appellative be known as call denomination designation know as name name

Narrower Terms (Hyponyms)

epithet hypocoristic pet name

Type Of (IsA)

appellation given name name nickname for name

Related Terms

byname familiar given name user

Synonym Network

antonomasia dub handle sobriquet

Used For

hide identity

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