nomenclature

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Some urologists and oncologists have called for a different kind of shift — in nomenclature.

From New York Times

But, in a statement posted Wednesday on Twitter, NPR President and Chief Executive John Lansing objected to the nomenclature.

From Los Angeles Times

But unlike a case such as “neoconservatism,” where a critical term was then accepted by the movement it described, our climate of ideological enmity makes settled nomenclature difficult.

From Seattle Times

Others are looking to replace the word “crypto,” arguing that the industry’s original nomenclature has become irredeemably tainted.

From New York Times

Others weren’t as bothered by questions of nomenclature.

From Washington Post