namesmanship
The way names are assignedThe way names are assigned.
Meaning
5 senses(uncountable)The way names are assigned.
(uncountable)The art of naming things in order to influence the reactions of others.
(uncountable)The pursuit of status by having things named after oneself.
(uncountable)The art of name-dropping or giving the names of people who are involved with a project, in order to confer status or legitimacy.
(uncountable)Skill in knowing and pronouncing names.
Origin
Blend of name + gamesmanship.Blend of name + gamesmanship.
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Lessons for this word
1 lessons- A1Countable and uncountable nouns — Because it can be uncountable