yclept
/ɪˈklɛpt/
ADJECTIVE
1. Called or given a name
Called, named, or identified by a particular name or designation.
1.1. Named by a particular title
Used in archaic or literary language to describe someone or something that is known, called, or designated by a particular name.
Synonyms
- called
- named
- christened
- dubbed
- designated
- termed
- styled
- nicknamed
- titled
- surnamed
Examples
- The mysterious figure, yclept "The Phantom," haunted the old mansion on the hill.
- The formidable warrior was yclept "Ironheart" for his unwavering courage in battle.