35 Synonyms for Metonymy: ghost, proxy

metonymy (35 synonym found)

Metonymy has 35 synonyms. The top synonyms for metonymy are ghost, proxy, imitation, alternate, metaphor, backup, relief, makeshift and 27 more. Another word for metonymy is ghost. Browse the full list below.

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What is a synonym for metonymy?

A common synonym for metonymy is ghost. Other synonyms include proxy, imitation, alternate, metaphor.

How many synonyms does metonymy have?

Metonymy has 35 synonyms listed on Thesaurasize.

What does metonymy mean?

(n): the use of a single characteristic or name of an object to identify an entire object or related object

Definition of metonymy:

(n) : the use of a single characteristic or name of an object to identify an entire object or related object

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