Pseudonym

A pseudonym is a false or assumed name a poet uses instead of their real one, often to publish work privately, protect their identity, or create a separate public persona. A poet's pseudonym may be used for all work or only for a particular style, genre, or period of writing.

Example

The poet signed the sonnet collection under the pseudonym "Rowan Vale," keeping their legal name off the cover.

Related Definitions

[n] a fictitious name used when the person performs a particular social role

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Synonyms

anonym, nom de guerre

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