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nomenclature

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈnoʊmənˌkleɪtʃər/ · UK /nəˈmeŋklətʃə/

nomenclature means: A set of rules for giving names to things, especially in science.

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NAMING SYSTEMC1

A set of rules for giving names to things, especially in science.

  • Scientists follow a standard nomenclature.
  • Chemical nomenclature helps us name new compounds.
  • The committee changed the rules of botanical nomenclature.

Similar words: naming system

Common phrases: scientific nomenclature, chemical nomenclature, rules of nomenclature

SPECIAL TERMSC1

The names or special words used in a particular subject.

  • I found the nomenclature confusing.
  • The book explains the nomenclature of shipbuilding.
  • You need to learn some medical nomenclature before reading the report.

Similar words: terminology, vocabulary

Common phrases: technical nomenclature, medical nomenclature, unfamiliar nomenclature

Questions about nomenclature

What does nomenclature mean?

A set of rules for giving names to things, especially in science.

What is nomenclature in other languages?

Türkçe: adlandırma sistemi · Español: nomenclatura · Français: nomenclature · Deutsch: Nomenklatur · Italiano: nomenclatura · 日本語: 命名法

How do you pronounce nomenclature?

In American English /ˈnoʊmənˌkleɪtʃər/; in British English /nəˈmeŋklətʃə/.

How do you use nomenclature in a sentence?

Scientists follow a standard nomenclature. Chemical nomenclature helps us name new compounds.

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