metonym

Betekenis (Engels)

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. (broadly) A concept, idea, or word used to represent, typify, or stand in for a broader set of ideas.

Sinonieme

synonym

analogue

Vertalings

métonyme

metonímia

Metonym

metoniem

Uitgespreek as (IPA)

/ˈmɛ.tə.nɪm/

Etimologie (Engels)

Back-formation from metonymy.