(idiomatic) Archaic spelling of shanks' nag.

(idiomatic, Scotland, archaic) Transportation by foot. To "take a shanks' nag" means using one's own legs to walk.

(taxonomy) The name by which an organism or group of organisms is known to the general public, rather than its taxonomic or scientific name.

(nautical) A deeper channel cut into the sea or river bed, to enable larger ships to pass through to a port.

(film, television) Synonym of stage name / a pseudonym used for Internet communications

present participle of name drop Alternative spelling of name-dropping

Alternative form of name-dropping

plural of national convention

(US, politics) A meeting of the major figures in a political party to outline a party platform, set party rules, select a nominee for president as well as rally supporters.

(taxonomy) The scientific name for an organism consisting of its genus and species.