noun
retronym
A term created to distinguish an original concept from a newer version, e.g. 'acoustic guitar' after the invention of the electric guitar. See also レトロニム.
See also: レトロニム
「固定電話」は、携帯電話が普及した後に生まれた再命名の一例だ。
'Landline phone' is an example of a retronym that emerged after mobile phones became widespread.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
rebaptism; anabaptism
Refers to the act of baptizing again, especially in the context of the Anabaptist movement. Often used in religious or historical discussions.
See also: 再洗礼 (さいせんれい)
再洗礼派は、幼児洗礼を認めず、成人になってからの再命名を主張した。
The Anabaptists rejected infant baptism and advocated rebaptism upon reaching adulthood.