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Hypernym

Description:

A hypernym is a word that represents a broader category or a more general term that encompasses other words or concepts. It is an essential concept in the field of linguistics and can help to understand the hierarchical structure of language.

Sample Sentences:

1. In the category of animals, "mammal" is a hypernym that includes creatures such as dogs, cats, and elephants.
2. "Vehicle" is a hypernym for cars, motorcycles, buses, and trains.
3. The hypernym of "apple" could be "fruit" or "edible produce."

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