NAME

[verb] [T]Paul was named after/(Am also) for (= given the same name as) his grandad.On independence, they named the new country Ghana. [+ object + noun]The lead actor was a guy named Allwork. [+ object + noun]To name something or someone is also to say what their name is.In the first question you had to name three types of monkey.He couldn't name his attacker.To name someone or something is also to choose them.Just name the time and I'll be there on the dot.Name your conditions/terms/price.Ms Martinez has been named (as) (= she will be) the new Democratic candidate. [+ object + (as) noun]The police apparently have caught someone who is willing to name names (= tell them the names of the people involved in something secret or illegal).Gin, vodka, whisky, beer - you name it (= whatever you choose), I've got it.When are you going to name the day (= decide on which day you are getting married)?