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[[File:Line_jacket.jpg|200px|thumb|right| On a line jacket, the nickname is usually displayed on the back of the jacket, either at the top or bottom.]] | |||
==Part of Speech== | ==Part of Speech== | ||
Noun | |||
==Pronunciation== | ==Pronunciation== | ||
['nihk naym] | ['nihk naym] | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
A name given to a member of a Greek organization | A unique name given to a member of a Greek organization as a different identity. Nicknames may be identical across organizations, but not within organizations. Depending on the organization, nicknames serve different functions, and the meaning behind the nicknames are usually only known by members within the organization. An individual may choose to disclose the meaning of his or her nickname. | ||
==Usage== | ==Usage== | ||
The term is used primarily in the [[Multicultural Greek Council]] and [[National Pan-Hellenic]] communities. It is used both in informal and formal contexts as well as in spoken word and written text. | The term is used primarily in the [[Multicultural Greek Council]] and [[National Pan-Hellenic]] communities. It is used both in informal and formal contexts as well as in spoken word and written text. | ||
==Example Sentences== | ==Example Sentences== | ||
#I really like her nickname. | |||
#I wanted to give her this nickname, but someone already has it. | |||
==Related Terms== | ==Related Terms== | ||
*[[big]] | |||
[[Category:Traditions]] | |||
[[Category:Greek Life]] | |||
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Part of Speech
Noun
Pronunciation
['nihk naym]
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Description
A unique name given to a member of a Greek organization as a different identity. Nicknames may be identical across organizations, but not within organizations. Depending on the organization, nicknames serve different functions, and the meaning behind the nicknames are usually only known by members within the organization. An individual may choose to disclose the meaning of his or her nickname.
Usage
The term is used primarily in the Multicultural Greek Council and National Pan-Hellenic communities. It is used both in informal and formal contexts as well as in spoken word and written text.
Example Sentences
- I really like her nickname.
- I wanted to give her this nickname, but someone already has it.
