Alternative spelling of namedropper

(chemistry) A commonly used, non-systematic name of a chemical compound. Trivial names for many compounds have been in use since long before their exact chemical structures were determined.

A formal name according to an internationally accepted standard, especially the formal name of a taxon:

The pseudonym of an entertainer.

An alias, especially one adopted in order to deceive

(zoology) The second word in the scientific name of a species, following the name of the genus.

(business, espionage, military) A name used to clandestinely identify somebody or something, either for military or espionage purposes, or for commercial confidentiality.

(transitive, intransitive) To casually mention a well-known or illustrious person or the titles of their works, often implying familiarity or association, especially in order to impress others, increase one's status, or to appear knowledgeable or fashionable.

The practice of casually mentioning famous or important people or the titles of their works, subtly implying familiarity or association, in order to impress others.

present participle of name-drop