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Patronymic

Description:

A patronymic is a name derived from the name of a father, typically by adding a prefix or suffix indicating descent. It is commonly used as a surname in many cultures, indicating lineage and family connections.

Sense 1:

Noun: A name derived from the name of a person's father.

Example Sentence: Smith is a common patronymic, meaning "son of Smith."

Sense 2:

Adjective: Relating to or derived from a patronym.

Example Sentence: The Scandinavian naming tradition often includes a patronymic element, such as "Johansson" or "Olsen."

Sense 3:

Noun: A byname indicating a person's membership in a particular family or clan.

Example Sentence: MacLeod is a patronymic associated with the Scottish clan MacLeod.

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