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metonymy

noun

/mɪˈtɒnɪmi/

Meaning

A figure of speech in which one word or phrase is substituted with another closely related word or concept.

In the phrase 'the crown will decide,' 'crown' is a metonymy for monarchy.

substitution, symbol, representation, figure of speech

literalness, directness

use of metonymy, example of metonymy, metonymy in literature

The process of finding solutions to difficult or complex issues.

The extent or scope of something, such as insurance protection or media reporting.

the science that deals with the Earth's physical structure and substances

A person or thing of no importance or significance.

the tube that carries air from the throat to the lungs; windpipe

a place of residence; a home