Vocabulary Entry

metonymy

|noun

noun

A figure of speech in which a thing or concept is referred to by the name of something closely associated with it.

Example Sentences

"The White House issued a statement today, using metonymy to refer to the U.S. government."

"In literature, metonymy is often used to create vivid imagery and add depth to a text."

"When he said 'Hollywood', he was using metonymy to refer to the American film industry."