Hypernymy
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Hypernymy is a noun meaning (semantics) The semantic relation between hypernyms; the quality of being hypernymous.
Meaning
(semantics) The semantic relation between hypernyms; the quality of being hypernymous.
Word Forms
- hypernymies
Synonyms for hypernymy
Depending on context, synonyms include hyperonymy, superordination.
Antonyms for hypernymy
Common opposites include hyponymy.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include superordination, hyperonymy, hyponymy, hypernym, autohyponymy, cohyponymy.
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