aptonym
Pronunciation: /ˈæp.toʊ.nɪm/
The English word “aptonym” has 1 meaning listed here.
noun
- A proper name that aptly describes the occupation or character of the person, especially by coincidence.
Etymology
From apt + -onym, on the model of other terms suffixed with -onym.
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