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Meaning of eponym



Definitions of eponym

1. [n] - the name of a person for whom something is supposedly named

2. [n] - a name derived from the name of person (real or imaginary) as the name of Alexandria is derived from the name of its founder: Alexander the Great

 

Quotes - Example use of the word eponym

1. Constantine I is the eponym for Constantinople





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