codename — a secret name or word used to identify something or someone in order to protect their real identity
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a secret name or word used to identify something or someone in order to protect their real identity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkoʊdneɪm/
Korean meaning: 실제 신분을 보호하기 위해 사용하는 암호명, 가명
Korean pronunciation: **코**드네임
Example Sentences
- My gaming codename is 'ChickenMaster' because I love fried chicken more than winning.
- The FBI gave the criminal organization the codename 'Pizza Brothers'.
- During the meeting, we'll use codenames - I'm 'Coffee King' and you're 'Donut Queen'.
codename
NOUN//ˈkoʊdneɪm//
a secret name or word used to identify something or someone in order to protect their real identity
a secret name or word used to identify something or someone in order to protect their real identity
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
20세기 초 군사 및 정보기관에서 보안을 위해 사용하기 시작한 합성어로, 'code'(암호)와 'name'(이름)이 결합되어 만들어졌습니다.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My gaming codename is 'ChickenMaster' because I love fried chicken more than winning.”
“The FBI gave the criminal organization the codename 'Pizza Brothers'.”
“During the meeting, we'll use codenames - I'm 'Coffee King' and you're 'Donut Queen'.”
“The new smartphone project has the codename 'Phoenix' to keep it secret from competitors.”
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