selfname

English

noun
Definitions
  • A proper name; a name for one's own self, as opposed to one's family; one's real name.
  • A name given to oneself; a self-denomination; self-appellation.
  • An autonym.

Etymology

Compound from English self (own, proper) + English name.

Origin

English

name

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