named
Translation
to name, to appoint, to specify
Examples
They named their daughter Sarah.
They named their daughter Sarah.
He was named manager of the team.
He was named manager of the team.
Can you name three capital cities?
Can you name three capital cities?
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) ((sth.)) to give a name to (sb./sth.) They named their daughter Sarah.
Similar Words
Synonyms: call, designate, appoint, specify
Etymology
Derived from the noun 'name'. The act of giving a 'name' to something.
Memory Tips
To give a 'name' to something or someone.