synecdoche

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noun

A figure of speech in which a part is made to represent the whole or vice versa.

Example Sentences

"Using 'sails' to refer to a whole ship is an example of synecdoche."

"In the phrase 'all hands on deck', 'hands' is a synecdoche for sailors."

"The term 'wheels' often means a car in everyday conversation, illustrating synecdoche."