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View synonyms for name day
name day
noun
- the feast day of the saint after whom a person is named.
- the day on which a person is christened.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of name day1
First recorded in 1715–25
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Example Sentences
On his name-day, June 29th (July 11th), the Prince gave an entertainment in his honour.
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But the composers particular purpose was to produce it as the graceful homage of a loyal subject on the Emperors name-day.
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The members of the company paid a tribute to their director on his name-day, November 3.
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Gentlemen, said he, this being the Electors name-day he sends you a present of a thousand thalers.
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To-morrow's Rosalie's name-day, and they're going to put leeches on her!
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