Eponymy
Pronunciation : E*pon"y*my
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [Gr.
Definition : Defn: The derivation of the name of a race, tribe, etc., from that of a fabulous hero, progenitor, etc.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
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