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| 3 | 30% | 7 | One who might ask for your hand | |
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
SYNECDOCHE which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
SYNECDOCHE
Updated: November 5, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "SYNECDOCHE" which means:
- noun
- • Substituting a more inclusive term for a less inclusive one or vice versa
An example sentence would be:
- • "In the phrase 'all hands on deck', 'hands' is a synecdoche for 'people'."
- • "The word 'bread' is often used as a synecdoche for food in general."
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| The Guardian Cryptic01 Nov 2023 | Across 11 | |
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