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nomen

nomen

9.7
A word used as the formal name of a species in science
  • noun
  • /ˈnoʊmən/
  • Specialized
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  • In taxonomy, a nomen is crucial for identifying species.

Examples

  • The scientific nomen for the common house cat is Felis catus.

  • Understanding the correct nomen is essential for clear scientific communication.

  • In zoological texts, the nomen is often followed by the authority who described the species.

  • The committee decided to reject the old nomen in favor of a more accurate classification.

  • In zoological texts, the nomen is often followed by the authority who described the species.

  • Understanding the correct nomen is essential for clear scientific communication.

  • The committee decided to reject the old nomen in favor of a more accurate classification.

Synonyms

designation
vsnomen
32 5.3

A name or title used to identify something, showing its kind

is a technical term mainly for scientific classification and taxonomy
appellation
vsnomen
4 8.3

A name used to identify a person, place or thing

is used mainly as a technical term in scientific classification

Surface Forms

nomen singular
nomina plural

Etymology

Nomen comes from Latin for 'name' and appears in scientific terms like nomenclature, so in scientific classification a nomen is the official 'name' given to a species for clear communication.