Nwaugo
/Nwa-ugo/
male
1. A child that brought honour or that is a mark of excellence.
2. Child of the eagle.
Cultural context
The eagle is the symbol of excellence & honour among the Igbos which is why titled men wear the quill feather of the eagle on their caps. Hence, the Igbo words for the eagle and honor/excellence are homonymous.
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