nonce

Meanings

• Noun

  A nonce word is a word coined for a particular purpose or occasion and is not found in any existing dictionary.

  - "The scientist created a nonce word to describe a new chemical element."
  - "In the game, players had to guess the nonce word given only its definition."

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Pronunciation

1. /nɒns/
   
   
   
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2. /nɒns/
   
   
   
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Variants

List of all variants of nonce that leads to same result
nonce , nonces , for the nonce

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

The term 'nonce' comes from Old French 'nonce,' meaning 'new' or 'recent.' It was first used in English in the late 15th century.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The word 'nonce' is also used in computer programming to refer to a random number generated for a single use.

2. In the game 'Scrabble,' players can create their own nonce words, as long as they can prove their definition to the dictionary.

3. Nonce words have been used in various forms of art, including poetry and visual art, to challenge and surprise the viewer.

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Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. Neologism: A neologism is a newly coined word or expression that is not yet recognized in the standard language. Nonce words are a type of neologism.

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

Nonce words have been used throughout history in various contexts, including literature, science, and art. For example, in the novel 'Finnegans Wake' by James Joyce, the author uses a large number of nonce words to create a unique and complex linguistic landscape.

How to Memorize "nonce"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a scientist in a lab coat, creating a new word on a whiteboard.
   - Visualize the word 'nonce' as a new and unique creation.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'nonce' with the idea of something new and fresh.
   - Think of the word 'nonce' as a blank slate, waiting to be filled with meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a memory palace for nonce words, imagining each one in a specific location.
   - Use the acronym N-O-N-C-E to remember the definition: Newly-coined, One-time use, Not-found-in-dictionary, Created-for-a-purpose, Exclusive.

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