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toponymy

/ˈtɒnɪmɪ/ noun · British & US
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What does toponymy mean?

noun

The study of place names, including their origins, meanings, and histories. Toponymy is a branch of linguistics that examines the names of geographical features, such as mountains, rivers, and cities.

Example

"The toponymy of the region was influenced by the indigenous people who first inhabited the area."

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