Definition

A person who studies the names of people and places.

Example

The onomastician researched the origins of various surnames.

Conversation

Did you know there's a profession called an onomastician?

Really? What do they do exactly?

They study names and their origins, which sounds fascinating!

That is interesting! I never thought about how much history names can carry.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Onomastician → It is formed from "onomastikos" (from Greek ὀνομαστικός, meaning pertaining to names) and the suffix "-ian" (meaning relating to or characterized by). An onomastician is someone who studies the history and origin of names.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who studies 'names' ('onomastikos') and is characterized by that study ('-ian'). This helps you remember that an onomastician is a specialist in the field of names.

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