Patronym Definition & Meaning
patronym
- noun
- a family name derived from name of your father or a paternal ancestor (especially with an affix (such as -son in English or O'- in Irish) added to the name of your father or a paternal ancestor)
Words that rhyme with patronym
Usage tips for "patronym"
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