Definition and Synonyms for Synecdoche

Definition of Synecdoche

1. Substituting a more inclusive term for a less inclusive one or vice versa Noun

synecdochic
Adjective Satellite
derivation
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1. using the name of a part for that of the whole or the whole for the part; or the special for the general or the general for the special; or the material for the thing made of it
synecdochical
Adjective Satellite
derivation
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1. using the name of a part for that of the whole or the whole for the part; or the special for the general or the general for the special; or the material for the thing made of it

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Etymology for synecdoche