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Naming something by using a word that is closely related.
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∙ 10y agoThe definition of a metonymy is a word or phrase that is used to replace another word or phrase that is closely associated with the first word or phrase. An example of this would be suit to replace business man.
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∙ 7y agoReference to something or someone by naming one of its attributes.
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refers to the substituting of one word for another that is closely related to the original word
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What is the relationship between metonymy and synecdoche?
Synecdoche is a type of metonymy
What is a direct transfer of meaning from one word to another?
Metonymy
What is substituting a term associated with another for the original term?
Metonymy
What is a metonymy in The Hobbit?
"You've et a village and a half between yer..." (Tolkien, 35). (village is substituted for villagers)
What are figures of speech used in like the molave?
Figures of speech such as simile, alliteration, assonance, consonance, metonymy, antithesis, metaphor, personification, and anaphora were used in the poem "Like the Molave."
What is the relationship between metonymy and synecdoche?
Synecdoche is a type of metonymy
Metonymy in a sentence?
Here is a sentence that uses the word metonymy. Metonymy is a figure of speech that replaces one word for another.
How would the word metonymy be used in a sentence?
If you know the definition of the word, you should be able to compose a sentence: metonymy is a name that stands for something else with which it is closely associated with. For example: we use crown to refer to a monarchy; brass to refer to the military; and the White House to refer to the U.S. executive branch.
What figure of speech is based on association?
• Metonymy
Is there an example of metonymy in romeo and Juliet?
yes
Example of figure of speech metonymy?
the white house is the most common metonymy there is in reference to the U.S executive branch
What are the example of metonymy?
Tanong mo kay jovert
Why do you use metonymy?
Metonymy is used in writing to create vivid imagery or draw attention to a specific aspect of something by using a word closely related to it. It can add depth and layers of meaning to the text, making it more engaging and thought-provoking for the reader.
What are 3 examples of metonymy?
"The White House issued a statement" (referring to the U.S. government). "The pen is mightier than the sword" (referring to writing and warfare). "Let me give you a hand" (referring to help or assistance).
Are there any examples of metonymy in love?
Love is a burning candle
What is substituting a term associated with another for the original term?
Metonymy
What is a direct transfer of meaning from one word to another?
Metonymy
