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Rarematronymic
The correct spelling is matronymic.
How to pronounce matronymic
noun
IPA: /ˌmætɹəˈnɪmɪk/
Say it like: Mat-ron-ymi-c
The correct spelling is matronymic. A surname or byname acquired from the given name of one's mother.
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Meanings
noun
- 1.A surname or byname acquired from the given name of one's mother.
- 2.By extension, a surname or byname acquired from the given name from a female ancestor.
adjective
- 1.Of, relating to, or derived from the given name of one's mother.
- 2.By extension; of, relating to, or derived from the given name of a female ancestor.
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