Meaning of the word namesake in English
What does namesake mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
namesake
US /ˈneɪm.seɪk/
UK /ˈneɪm.seɪk/
Noun
a person or thing that has the same name as another
Example:
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He was named after his grandfather, so he's his grandfather's namesake.
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The new restaurant is a namesake of the famous Parisian eatery.