metronymic
Syllables: met·ro·nym·ic/ˌmɛtɹəˈnɪmɪk/
metronymic is the alternative form of matronymic.
Meaning of matronymic
Adjective
matronymic (not comparable)
- Of, relating to, or derived from the given name of one's mother.
- In many countries, matronymic surnames can be adopted after the death of the father, although the process is very formal and lengthy.
- By extension; of, relating to, or derived from the given name of a female ancestor.
Forms of metronymic
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Origin of metronymic
From Ancient Greek μητρωνυμικός (mētrōnumikós).
Questions about metronymic
- What is metronymic the alternative form of?
- Metronymic is the alternative form of matronymic.
- How do you pronounce metronymic?
- Metronymic is pronounced /ˌmɛtɹəˈnɪmɪk/.
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