<p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>a word or a combination of words by which a person, place, or thing, a body or class, or any object of thought is designated, called, or known.</li><li>mere designation, as distinguished from fact: He was a king in name only.</li><li>an appellation, title, or epithet, applied descriptively, in honor, abuse, etc.</li><li>a reputation of a particular kind given by common opinion: to protect one's good name.</li><li>a distinguished, famous, or great reputation; fame: to make a name for oneself.</li><li>a widely known or famous person; celebrity: She's a name in show business.</li><li>an unpleasant or derogatory appellation or expression: Don't call your brother names!</li><li>a personal or family name as exercising influence or bringing distinction: With that name they can get a loan at any bank in town.</li><li>a body of persons grouped under one name, as a family or clan.</li><li>the verbal or other symbolic representation of a thing, event, property, relation, or concept.</li><li>(initial capital letter) a symbol or vehicle of divinity: to take the Name in vain; the power of the Name.</li></ul><p><strong>Verb</strong></p><ul><li>to give a name to: to name a baby.</li><li>to accuse: He was named as the thief.</li><li>to call by an epithet: They named her speedy.</li><li>to identify, specify, or mention by name: Three persons were named in the report.</li><li>to designate for some duty or office; nominate or appoint: I have named you for the position.</li><li>to specify; suggest: Name a price.</li><li>to give the name of: Can you name the capital of Ohio?</li><li>to speak of.</li><li>(in the House of Commons) to cite (a member) for contempt.</li></ul><p><strong>Adjective</strong></p><ul><li>famous; widely known: a name author.</li><li>designed for or carrying a name.</li><li>giving its name or title to a collection or anthology containing it: the name piece.</li></ul>