multinominal

American

[muhl-ti-nom-uh-nl] / ˌmʌl tɪˈnɒm ə nl /

adjective

having several or many names.

Etymology

Origin of multinominal

First recorded in 1650–60; multi- + nominal

Example Sentences

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Several legends are attached to the name of this multinominal being—legends in part romantic, in part supernatural, and in part fabulous.

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