
Metonymy
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English
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is metonymy?
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A figure of speech in which one word or phrase is substituted for another with which it is closely associated.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
True or False: Metonymy is primarily based on resemblance between two concepts.
Back
False
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What type of metonymy is represented by the term 'Hollywood' when referring to the film industry?
Back
Place for institution.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Identify the type of metonymy in the phrase 'The pen is mightier than the sword.'
Back
Part for whole.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'Silicon Valley' represent in the context of technology?
Back
California's high tech industry.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which of the following is an example of metonymy: 'The cherry’s not doing so well.'?
Back
It refers to a cherry tree.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an example of part for whole metonymy?
Back
'We need more hands to finish this project.'
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