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moniker


Meanings
  • Noun

    A name given by a group or an individual to an object, person, or concept.

    - "The moniker of the new product is 'GameChanger'."
    - "Her moniker in the office is 'The Problem Solver'."
    - "The moniker for the famous painting is 'The Starry Night'."

Pronunciation




  1. Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=75833627"
  2. /ˈmɑn.ɪ.kɚ/



    Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=5951912"

Synonyms

byname , nickname , pseudonym , sobriquet , street name , to-name , tag
Rhymes
Words rhyming with moniker
moneker , tokener
Variants
List of all variants of moniker that leads to same result
monicker , monickers , moniker , monikers
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From Middle English monic, moniker, from monyk, mony, money + -er, agent suffix.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'moniker' first appeared in English literature in the 15th century.

  2. The name of the famous computer virus 'Melissa' was a moniker given to it by its creator.


Related Concepts
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  1. Alias: An alias is a false or assumed name used for disguise or deception. It is similar to a moniker but is often used in a more clandestine context.

  2. Nickname: A nickname is a familiar name given to a person as a term of affection or endearment. It is often a shortened or altered form of a person's given name.


Culture
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Monikers have been used in various cultures and contexts. In literature, they are used to create intriguing characters, such as 'Scrooge' in Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol. In music, artists have adopted monikers that reflect their stage persona, like 'Madonna' or 'Prince'. In history, monikers have been used to describe significant figures, such as 'Genghis Khan' or 'Cleopatra'.

How to Memorize "moniker"

  1. visualize

    - To memorize the word 'moniker', visualize a monkey giving a name to an object or person.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'moniker' with the idea of giving a name or label to something or someone.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Money On Name Keeps It Real' to remember the definition of moniker.


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