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eponymic

/ɛˈpɒnɪmɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does eponymic mean?

adjective

Relating to or derived from a person's name, especially a person who is the originator or namesake of something.

Example

"The term 'eponymic' is often used in medical contexts to describe a disease or condition named after its discoverer."

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