Definition
A person who assigns names or gives names to things; in ancient Rome, a slave who assisted a candidate for office by reminding them of voters' names. More broadly, one who deals with names or nomenclature.
Example Usage
As the museum's nomenclator, she was responsible for properly cataloging and naming all new specimens in the collection.
Origin
From Latin nomenclator (name-caller), from nomen (name) + calare (to call).
Fun Fact
In Roman elections, nomenclators were essential assistants who would whisper citizens' names to candidates to create the impression of personal recognition and familiarity.
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