dénommé

named

adjective noun deh-no-MEH Rare

Also means

so-called

Usage Note

Dénommé functions as both an adjective ('named', 'called') and an informal noun referring to a person by name in legal or journalistic contexts — le dénommé Martin means 'the individual known as Martin'. It carries a slightly detached, official tone. The verb dénommer means 'to name' or 'to designate'.

Examples

"Le dénommé Paul a été arrêté hier soir."

Natural Translation

The individual known as Paul was arrested last night.

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