Example: Robert, son of Tom would be Robert Tomson (Thompson); Robert
Thompson's son, Edward, would become Edward Robertson. Pronunciation:
[pat-truh-ni-miks] •
(noun)
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Definition:
The practice of creating last names from the name of
one's father, usually the father's given name, or from the paternal side of the
family.
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• surname
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