derf
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9.9
A name someone uses as a nickname or to sign their work
- proper noun
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Derf
- Have you seen Derf at the meeting?
Examples
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"Kay-o, Derf."
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There is no Derf here.
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A memorial for Mr. Bradwood has just been announced for 10:00 a.m. this Saturday at Derf Memorial Park.
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Hello, is Derf there?
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Hop on, Derf.
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I spoke to Derf about the project yesterday.
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Everyone loves Derf for his sense of humor.
Synonyms
27
7.4
A name or nickname people use for someone
is wider and can be a formal family or published name
pen name
vsderf
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3.5
A name an author uses instead of their real name when publishing
is more general and also refers to ordinary personal or family names
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8.2
A name an author uses instead of their real name
is broader, not limited to authorial pseudonyms and includes family names
8.6
A familiar name used instead of someone's real name
is broader, also usable as a surname or as an author's chosen name
Surface Forms
derf main
Etymology
Derf is often used as a nickname or pen name, and a simple way to see this is that it is Fred 'backwards', a short playful name. That's why some artists and writers sign their work as derf.