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Onomastic

Definition:

Onomastic refers to the study of names, their origins, meanings, and usage.

Examples:

As a noun:

1. The onomastic of the name "Maria" reveals its ancient Hebrew origin.
2. The onomastic of Japanese last names often reveals the individual's ancestry.

As an adjective:

1. The onomastic analysis helped decipher the ancient hieroglyphic message.
2. She specialized in onomastic research, studying the naming patterns in different cultures.

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