Rename
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɹiːˈneɪm/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Rename is a verb meaning (transitive) To give a new name to.
Meaning
(transitive) To give a new name to.
More Meanings
- An instance of renaming.
Example Sentences
warning: detected divergent renames of foo to: bar quux
On Monday, Trump signed an executive order renaming the Gulf of Mexico.
Taipei County was upgraded to the status as a special municipality in 2010 and renamed New Taipei.
However, in 1844, saner counsels prevailed, and Edgeley became the principal station—the directors eating their words once more by retaining the older station, which was renamed Heaton Norris.
Word Forms
- renames
- renaming
- renamed
Synonyms for rename
Depending on context, synonyms include rebaptize, rechristen.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include renaming, nominate, assign, appoint, renumber, change.
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