names

noun
UK /neɪmz/
US /neɪmz/

Names are the words we use to call people, places, or things.

Please write your names at the top of the paper.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. The plural form of name, meaning words that identify a person or thing.

The teacher read out all the names on the list.

3. A word or set of words by which a person, animal, place, or thing is known.

Many names have special meanings in different cultures.

4. To give a name to someone or something.

She names her pets after her favorite characters.

5. To state or mention something by name.

He names his sources carefully in the report.