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Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples
Pronunciation: US /ˈnɪkneɪm/
Forms: nicknames, nicknamed
nickname means: An informal name people use for someone or something instead of the usual name.
noun
An informal name people use for someone or something instead of the usual name.
- My nickname is Sam.
- His friends gave him a funny nickname.
- Did you have a nickname at school?
A short or friendly name used instead of a person’s or thing’s usual name.
- My nickname is Jo.
- Her friends gave her a funny nickname.
- Did you have a nickname at school?
verb
To give someone or something a short or friendly name instead of their usual name.
- They nicknamed him Tiny.
- The children nicknamed their teacher Professor Owl.
- Why did you nickname your dog Captain?
Questions about nickname
What does nickname mean?
An informal name people use for someone or something instead of the usual name.
What is nickname in other languages?
Türkçe: takma ad · Español: apodo · Français: surnom · Deutsch: Spitzname · Italiano: soprannome · 日本語: あだ名
How do you pronounce nickname?
It is pronounced /ˈnɪkneɪm/.
How do you use nickname in a sentence?
My nickname is Sam. His friends gave him a funny nickname.
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