Metonymical
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Metonymical is an adjective meaning Synonym of metonymic, of or relating to metonymy.
Meaning
Synonym of metonymic, of or relating to metonymy.
Example Sentences
Meander is a Riuer in Lycia, a Prouince of Natolia, or Aſia minor famous for the ſinuoſitie and often turning thereof, riſing from certaine hills in Meonia, hereupon are intricate turnings by a tranſumptive and metonimicall kind of ſpeech, called Meanders, for this Riuer did ſo ſtrangely path it ſelfe, that the foote ſeemed to touch the head.
Synonyms for metonymical
Depending on context, synonyms include metonymic, figurative.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include figurative, metonymous, meronymic, metaphonic, synonymic, metaphonical.
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