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October 19, 2021

Word of the Day: Nomenclature

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Word of the Day : October 19, 2021

nomenclature \NOH-mun-klay-cher\ noun

What It Means

Nomenclature can mean "name," but it is most often used for a system of names or naming for things especially in science.

// Starting a new job or entering a new field of study means becoming familiar with the nomenclature.

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