nomenclature

/ˈnoʊmənˌkleɪtʃər/
noun
  1. A system of names or terms used in a particular field, science, or art.
    • Botanists use a standard nomenclature to name plants around the world.
    • The company's product nomenclature uses numbers and letters to identify each model.
    • The nomenclature of chemistry can be confusing for beginners.
  2. The act or process of naming things.
    • The nomenclature of new species is an important part of biology.
    • Proper nomenclature helps avoid confusion in scientific research.
    • The committee is responsible for the nomenclature of all new streets in the city.