Definition

To give a name to someone or something; to call by a specific name.

Example

The teacher decided to bename the new student after her favorite author.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you thought about what you want to bename your new puppy?

I was thinking of something cute, like Max or Bella.

Those are great options! Maybe you could even bename him after a favorite character.

That's a fun idea! I might go with something from my favorite movie.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'bename' originates from Old English 'beneman', meaning to name or to call. It combines 'be-' (meaning to make or cause) and 'nama' (meaning name). Thus, 'bename' means to give a name or to call something by a name.

Memory Tip

Think of 'making' ('be-') something known by its 'name' ('nama') — that's why 'bename' means to give a name.

Visually Confused Words