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Rotary Phone For One Crossword Clue
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RETRONYM which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
RETRONYM
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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We think the answer is "RETRONYM" which means:
- noun
- • A word introduced because an existing term has become inadequate
An example sentence would be:
- • "The term 'landline' is a retronym used to distinguish traditional telephone services from mobile or wireless ones."
- • "The phrase 'snail mail' is a retronym created to contrast physical mail with electronic mail."
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| New York Times10 Aug 2018 | Down 38 | |
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