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Proper name
WordNet
noun
(1) A noun that denotes a particular thing; usually capitalized
WiktionaryText
Noun
- The name of a particular person, place, organization or other individual entity.
- Examples: Mike, United Nations
Usage notes
In English, proper nouns are normally written with an initial capital letter.