name
noun
a word or a combination of words by which a person, place, or thing, a body or class, or any object of thought is designated, called, or known.
naming
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present participleof name.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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The naming and shaming underscores the Chinese government’s desire to stem economic disruption as many young people grow disillusioned.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 7, 2026
In May 2026, one of them - which the BBC is not naming - was taken offline after an investigation by CNN.
From BBC ● Sep. 7, 2026
"Around New Year, we expect to have a common understanding with a partner country outside of the European Union," said Danish Migrations Minister Morten Bodskov, without naming the nation.
From Barron's ● Sep. 4, 2026
"Combined with its hidden, subterranean, and mysterious lifestyle on the forest floor, our team unanimously agreed that naming it Thismia daemona perfectly captured its enigmatic and devil-like essence," Dr. Chantanaorrapint said.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 4, 2026
"The extra beds will be removed, of course, after the naming of the favorite."
From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton
