a name derived from the name of a father or ancestor, typically by the addition of a prefix or suffix (e.g., Johnson, O'Brien)
“patronym”词性变化补充纠错
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“patronym”用法和例子补充纠错
1. Johnson, Thompson, and MacDonald are all examples of surnames derived from patronyms.
2. In some cultures, like Iceland, patronyms are still commonly used as part of a person's full name.