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metonymy

noun | /metonymy/

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Substituting a word with something closely associated with it.

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"“The crown” meaning the monarchy is an example of metonymy."

Mnemonic Trick

Metonymy = a name change → use a related thing to stand for the original.

Source: Word ListsAdded: 9/14/2025

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