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pseudo

username, pseudonym, nickname

noun psyoo-DO Rare
Communication Technology

Origin: From Greek 'pseudos' (false), short for 'pseudonyme'.

Usage Note

Pseudo is the colloquial shortening of pseudonyme, used widely in digital contexts for online usernames or handles. In French internet culture pseudo is the standard term where English speakers would say 'username' or 'handle'. As an adjective prefix, pseudo- means false or sham, as in pseudo-scientifique.

Examples

"Choisis un pseudo pour ton compte."

Natural Translation

Choose a username for your account.

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