Definition

A name given to a person at birth, often used to identify them before their family name.

Example

Her prename is Sarah, but she prefers to be called by her middle name.

Conversation

What’s your prename again?

It's Alex — I usually go by that.

I thought so! I remember your name from school.

Yeah, it’s nice to be recognized by my prename!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Prename → It is formed from "pre-" (meaning before) and "name" (from Old English "nama", meaning a word by which a person or thing is known). The word "prename" refers to a name given before the main name, typically a first name.

Memory Tip

Think of 'pre-' meaning 'before' and 'name' as the word we use to identify someone. This helps you remember that a prename is a name given before the main name.

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