Dictionary Entry

proper noun

noun

Find the meaning of the word proper noun, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.

Meaning

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A name for a specific person, place, organization, or thing, always capitalized.

Example Sentence

Examples of proper nouns include 'Paris', 'Shakespeare', and 'Google'.

Usage Note

Used in grammar to identify and distinguish specific entities from general categories, requiring capitalization in writing.

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