Onomastics (noun)
on-om-ast-iks
The study of the origin, history, and use of proper names.
First recorded in 1930–35
Example sentences
“Studying the history of nicknames is a fascinating branch of onomistics.”
on-om-ast-iks
The study of the origin, history, and use of proper names.
First recorded in 1930–35
“Studying the history of nicknames is a fascinating branch of onomistics.”