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metonym

Pronunciation: /ˈmɛ.tə.nɪm/

The English word “metonym” has 2 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. A word that names an object from a single characteristic of it or of a closely related object; a word used in metonymy.
  2. A concept, idea, or word used to represent, typify, or stand in for a broader set of ideas.

Etymology

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