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In the context of information technology, nickname is a common synonym for the screen name or handle of a user. In computer networks it has become a common practice for every person to also have one or more nicknames for pseudonymity , to avoid ambiguity , or simply because the natural name or technical address would be too long to type or take ...
[1] A nickname is often considered desirable, symbolising a form of acceptance, but can sometimes be a form of ridicule. A moniker also means a nickname or personal name. The word often distinguishes personal names from nicknames that became proper names out of former nicknames. English examples are Bob and Rob, nickname variants for Robert.
This is a list of nicknames of Major League Baseball teams and players. It includes a complete list of nicknames of players in the Baseball Hall of Fame, a list of nicknames of current players, nicknames of popular players who have played for each major league team, and lists of nicknames grouped into particular categories (e.g., ethnic nicknames, personality trait nicknames etc.). [1]
A sobriquet (/ ˈ s oʊ b r ɪ ˌ k eɪ, ˌ s oʊ b r ɪ ˈ k eɪ / SOH-brih-kay, - KAY) is a descriptive nickname, sometimes assumed, but often given by another.A sobriquet is distinct from a pseudonym in that it is typically a familiar name used in place of a real name without the need for explanation; it may become more familiar than the original name.
A. Ace (name) Addie; Adri; Ah-nuld; Air Jordan (nickname) Albie (given name) Alby (nickname) Alette (given name) Alf (name) Alfie (name) America's Sweetheart (nickname)
Devil Dog or Devil – Nickname for Marines, from the German word "Teufelhunden", supposedly given by German troops at the Battle of Belleau Wood, [53] though the correct grammatical form would be "Teufelshunde". [54] [55] Devil Dog. Devil Duck – Another name for a Navy hospital corpsman. It conveys respect, but contains a hint of ...
Beijing Biden, a nickname used by critics of Biden who perceive him as lenient in foreign policy towards China. [203] [204] Creepy Joe, a nickname used by Biden's opponents referring to his perceived creepy interactions with women. [205] Crooked Joe, nickname used by Biden's opponent Donald Trump and his supporters in the 2024 presidential ...
Chase Center – "The Gatehouse" (Name of the front entrance to the stadium) [260] (Warriors moving from Oracle Arena as of 2019/2020 season) Chesapeake Energy Arena – "Loud City" [261] Chicago Stadium – "The Madhouse on Madison (Street)" Crypto.com Arena – "The Crypt" [262] FedExForum – "The Grindhouse" [263] Alico Arena – Dunk City ...