NIH MeSH · D000851Information Science

Anonyms and Pseudonyms

Also known asPseudonyms and Anonyms · Anonyms · Anonym · Pseudonyms · Pseudonym

Definition

Designations for persons whose names are not known or who wish to remain anonymous (anonyms) and for persons who wish to conceal or obscure their identity by assuming a fictitious name (pseudonyms).

MeSH classification

L01.559.598.400.556.283

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Related concepts

Abbreviations as Topic

Works about shortened forms of written words or phrases used for brevity.

Eponyms

Names based on or derived from the name of a person or a place.

Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D000851) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗