Definition of Matronymic
Matronymic
mat·ro·nym·ic
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
a name for a person that is derived from their mother's name or the name of a female ancestor;
e.g. He uses a matronymic in addition to his given name.
(adjective)
relating to or describing a name that is derived from one's mother's or from the name of a female ancestor;
e.g. They use matronymic names in their family.
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