patronym

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Explanation of the Word "Patronym"

Definition:
A patronym is a type of family name that comes from the name of your father or a male ancestor. This name often includes a special addition, called an affix, such as "-son" in English or "O'-" in Irish.

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Noun

1. 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)

Synonyms

• patronymic