Definition of Hypocorism
Hypocorism
hy·po·cor·ism
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A term of endearment or affectionate nickname.
e.g. The hypocorism "Munchkin" was her family's special name for her.
(noun)
broadly, the practice of using nicknames or pet names;
e.g. He thought their hypocorism was unprofessional and suggested that they use their given names.
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