MATRONYMIC
(noun, adj.)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Matronymic.
Matronymic - as a noun
A name derived from the name of your mother or a maternal ancestor
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
metronymicMatronymic - as an adjective
Of, relating to, or derived from the given name of one's mother.
By extension; of, relating to, or derived from the given name of a female ancestor.
Example Sentences
"She decided to change her last name to her matronymic, honoring her mother's side of the family."
"In some cultures, the use of matronymics instead of patronymics is more common."
"Her matronymic is a combination of her mother's first name and her grandmother's last name."
"The family lineage was traced through matronymics rather than surnames."
"He proudly carried his matronymic as a symbol of his strong connection to his mother and her ancestry."
Word Game Points
Is MATRONYMIC a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, matronymic is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
MATRONYMIC has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.
Is MATRONYMIC a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, matronymic is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordMATRONYMIC has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.
Is MATRONYMIC a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, matronymic is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordMATRONYMIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.
