common name

noun

Meaning

A non-scientific, widely used name for a plant, animal, or mineral that differs from its formal taxonomic classification.

Examples

The common name for this bird is the blue jay, though its scientific name is Cyanocitta cristata.
Many gardeners prefer using the common name of a flower rather than its complicated Latin label.

Synonyms: vernacular name, popular name

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common name

noun

Pronunciation: ˈkɒmən neɪm

Definition

A non-scientific, widely used name for a plant, animal, or mineral that differs from its formal taxonomic classification.

Examples

The common name for this bird is the blue jay, though its scientific name is Cyanocitta cristata.
Many gardeners prefer using the common name of a flower rather than its complicated Latin label.
When identifying local flora, field guides often list the common name alongside the scientific classification.

Synonyms of common name

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Antonyms of common name

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scientific name

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