Thus was the building left Ridiculous, and the work Confusion
named.
Milton.
2. To mention by name; to utter or publish the name of; to refer to by
distinctive title; to mention.
None named thee but to praise.
Halleck.
Old Yew, which graspest at the stones That name the underlying
dead.
Tennyson.
3. To designate by name or specifically for any purpose; to nominate;
to specify; to appoint; as, to name a day for the wedding.
Whom late you have named for consul.
Shak.
4. (House of Commons) To designate (a member) by name, as the Speaker
does by way of reprimand.
Syn. -- To denominate; style; term; call; mention; specify; designate;
nominate.
Name"less, a. 1. Without a name; not having been given a name; as, a
nameless star. Waller.