naming Meaning & Definition
What Does Naming Mean?
Naming is used as a noun meaning The process of giving names to things. It is also used to mean A ritual or ceremony in which a person's name is given or announced. As a verb, it means present participle and gerund of name. As an adjective, it means Giving a name to a person or thing. (Can we add an example for this sense?).
Naming at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun, verb, adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈneɪmɪŋ// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | designation, appointment and appellative |
| Plural | namings |
Naming Definition (Noun)
- The process of giving names to things.
naming ceremony
- A ritual or ceremony in which a person's name is given or announced.
Naming as a Verb
- present participle and gerund of name
Naming as an Adjective
- Giving a name to a person or thing. (Can we add an example for this sense?)
Verb
- (ditransitive) To give a name to.
One visitor named Hou Yugang said he was not too concerned about climate change and Baishui’s melting.
- To mention, specify.
He named his demands.
- To identify as relevant or important
naming the problem
- To publicly implicate.
The painter was named as an accomplice.
- To designate for a role.
My neighbor was named to the steering committee.
- (Westminster system politics) To initiate a process to temporarily remove a member of parliament who is breaking the rules of conduct.
Adjective
- Giving a name to a person or thing.
Synonyms of Naming
Naming synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Naming
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Naming in a Sentence
naming ceremony
naming process
place naming
The naming of the new stadium attracted considerable media attention.
The committee was responsible for the naming of streets and public buildings.
One visitor named Hou Yugang said he was not too concerned about climate change and Baishui’s melting.
He named his demands.
naming the problem
The painter was named as an accomplice.
My neighbor was named to the steering committee.
Word Forms & Grammar
naming (plural namings)
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Words That Rhyme With Naming
How to Pronounce Naming
The standard pronunciation of naming is //ˈneɪmɪŋ//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Naming
Is naming a noun or a verb?
Naming is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb and an adjective.
What is another word for naming?
Words with a similar meaning to naming include designation, appointment and appellative. See the full list of naming synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of naming?
The plural of naming is namings.