Sobriquet (noun)

A nickname or pet name, especially one that is affectionate or mocking.

Origin:

Derived from french, ultimately from the latin 'soror' meaning sister and 'briqua' meaning nickname, a nickname is an affectionate or mocking substitute for a person's proper name.

Examples:

1. The sobriquet was a common way for people to refer to each other informally, especially among friends and family.
2. The sobriquet was a source of pride for some, who cherished the nickname as a symbol of their relationships and connections.
3. The sobriquet was a source of humor for others, who used nicknames to tease and make fun of each other.
4. The sobriquet was a way for people to express their personalities and individuality, as they chose nicknames that reflected their interests and quirks.
5. The sobriquet was a way for people to create a sense of community, as they shared inside jokes and references that only they understood.