ETYM as. nama.
1. The word by which things are known or identified; SYN. noun, word.
2. The proper noun by which people or places are known; SYN. moniker, sobriquet, handle.
3. Family based on male descent; SYN. gens.
4. By the sanction or authority of.
5. A person's reputation.
6. A well-known person; SYN. figure.
7. A defamatory or abusive word or phrase; SYN. epithet.