noun Download 🔗Share (grammar) A word that names an object from a single characteristic of it or of a closely related object; a word used in metonymy. Examples : "Calling a government "city hall" is using a metonym." grammar language linguistics word Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share (by extension) A concept, idea, or word used to represent, typify, or stand in for a broader set of ideas. Examples : "In news reports about the film industry, "Hollywood" is often used as a metonym for the entire American film business. " language linguistics word literature Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading