no-name

[ noh-neym ]

adjective

1. packaged and sold without a brand name and usually at a lower price than similar items with brand names; generic:

   a can of no-name dog food.

Word History and Origins

Origin of no-name¹

First recorded in 1985–90

Example Sentences

The no-name Cardinals play hard for Jonathan Gannon and are building a hit-you-in-the-mouth identity on offense.

From Los Angeles Times

Jake Paul has been criticized for facing no-name boxers.

From Los Angeles Times

Jake Paul has been criticized for facing no-name boxers.

From Los Angeles Times

A no-name pitcher shutting down their high-powered offense.

From Los Angeles Times

“He’s very good with schedules,” said Jay, who played bass and guitar in a “bunch of no-name bands” around Austin.

From New York Times