C1 verb Formal

nonceddom

/ˈnɒns.dɒm/

To designate or treat an entity, such as a word or a technical variable, as a temporary 'nonce' item created for a single, specific occasion. It involves isolating a concept so it does not become a permanent part of a system or vocabulary.

Examples

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1

I decided to nonceddom the temporary folder so it wouldn't clutter the main directory.

I decided to nonceddom the temporary folder so it wouldn't clutter the main directory.

2

The legislative body chose to nonceddom the specific clause to ensure it only applied to the current crisis.

The legislative body chose to nonceddom the specific clause to ensure it only applied to the current crisis.

3

If you don't know the name of the file, just nonceddom it for now and we'll fix it later.

If you don't know the name of the file, just nonceddom it for now and we'll fix it later.

Word Family

Noun
nonceddomization
Verb
nonceddom
Adverb
nonceddomly
Adjective
nonceddomed
Related
nonce
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Memory Tip

Think of 'nonce' (for the once) and add 'dom' as in 'dominion'. You are giving a word dominion over just one single occasion.

Quick Quiz

The engineer decided to ________ the unique error code so it wouldn't be mistaken for a recurring system bug.

Correct!

The correct answer is: nonceddom

Examples

1

I decided to nonceddom the temporary folder so it wouldn't clutter the main directory.

everyday

I decided to nonceddom the temporary folder so it wouldn't clutter the main directory.

2

The legislative body chose to nonceddom the specific clause to ensure it only applied to the current crisis.

formal

The legislative body chose to nonceddom the specific clause to ensure it only applied to the current crisis.

3

If you don't know the name of the file, just nonceddom it for now and we'll fix it later.

informal

If you don't know the name of the file, just nonceddom it for now and we'll fix it later.

4

In his linguistic analysis, Smith nonceddoms the neologisms found in the text to distinguish them from standard English.

academic

In his linguistic analysis, Smith nonceddoms the neologisms found in the text to distinguish them from standard English.

5

Our strategy is to nonceddom the project titles during the testing phase to maintain confidentiality.

business

Our strategy is to nonceddom the project titles during the testing phase to maintain confidentiality.

Word Family

Noun
nonceddomization
Verb
nonceddom
Adverb
nonceddomly
Adjective
nonceddomed
Related
nonce

Common Collocations

nonceddom a term nonceddom a term
nonceddom a variable nonceddom a variable
effectively nonceddomed effectively nonceddomed
nonceddom for security nonceddom for security
nonceddoming the process nonceddoming the process

Common Phrases

nonceddom for now

treat as temporary for the time being

to nonceddom the gap

to use a temporary measure to fill a gap

nonceddomed into existence

created solely for a one-time purpose

Often Confused With

nonceddom vs non-dom

Non-dom refers to a non-domiciled person for tax purposes, whereas nonceddom is the act of making something temporary.

nonceddom vs nominate

Nominate means to suggest for a role; nonceddom means to label as a single-use item.

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Usage Notes

This word is most frequently used in technical or linguistic contexts to describe the creation of temporary identifiers. It is a transitive verb, requiring an object.

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Common Mistakes

Learners often mistake this for a noun due to the '-dom' suffix; remember it functions as a verb meaning 'to treat as a nonce'.

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Memory Tip

Think of 'nonce' (for the once) and add 'dom' as in 'dominion'. You are giving a word dominion over just one single occasion.

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Word Origin

A modern academic coinage blending the linguistic term 'nonce' (from Middle English 'for then ones') with a verbalized suffix.

Grammar Patterns

transitive verb regular conjugation: nonceddomed, nonceddoming often used in passive voice (e.g., 'the term was nonceddomed')
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Cultural Context

Mainly found in advanced English proficiency exams or specialized data management discourse.

Quick Quiz

The engineer decided to ________ the unique error code so it wouldn't be mistaken for a recurring system bug.

Correct!

The correct answer is: nonceddom

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