ap·pel·la·tive ( -p l -t v)adj. 1. Of or relating to the assignment of names. 2. Grammar Of or relating to a common noun. n. A name or descriptive epithet. [Middle English, common (noun), from Old French appelatif, from Late Latin appel  t vus, from Latin appelltus, past participle of appellre, to call upon, entreat; see appeal.]ap·pel la·tive·ly adv. |
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