METONYM
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Metonym.
Metonym - as a noun
A word that denotes one thing but refers to a related thing
Example: "Washington is a metonym for the united states government"
Example Sentences
"In the sentence 'The pen is mightier than the sword,' pen is a metonym for writing."
"The term 'Hollywood' is often used as a metonym for the American film industry."
"The White House is a metonym for the executive branch of the United States government."
"The use of 'crown' to refer to a monarchy is a common metonym."
"In the phrase 'The suits were in a meeting all day,' suits is a metonym for businesspeople."
Word Game Points
Is METONYM a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, metonym is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
METONYM has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is METONYM a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, metonym is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordMETONYM has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is METONYM a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, metonym is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordMETONYM has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
