[answer] to the name
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to respond to a name or label that has been given to someone or something
- The well-trained dog will answer to the name 'Max' when called by its owner.
- The horse will answer to the name of 'Thunder' when you call for it.
- She doesn't usually answer to the name of 'Mary,' as she prefers to be called 'Liz.'
- The cat is quite independent and may not always answer to the name you've given it.
- The actor is so accustomed to his stage name that he often answers to the name 'Captain Courage' even in his personal life.