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Glossary term

nomenclature

Definition

A system of names, terms or symbols used by a particular group. Science has many examples of nomenclature, such as chemical compounds, classification and taxonomy, and mineral groups among others. The arts, the legal system and other disciplines also have their own nomenclature.

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