Meaning of the word hyponym in English
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hyponym
US /ˈhaɪ.pə.nɪm/
UK /ˈhaɪ.pə.nɪm/
Noun
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a word of more specific meaning than a general or superordinate term applicable to it. For example, 'spoon' and 'fork' are hyponyms of 'cutlery'.
Example:
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In the sentence 'The dog barked loudly,' 'dog' is a hyponym of 'animal.'
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Colors like 'red,' 'blue,' and 'green' are hyponyms of 'color.'
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