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Hypernymy

Definition:

Hypernymy refers to the hierarchical relationship between words, where one word is a more general term and another word is a more specific term. It represents the concept of a word being a broader category or superordinate term to another word.

Example Sentences:

1. "In the relationship between 'apple' and 'fruit,' 'fruit' is the hypernym of 'apple'."
2. "'Animal' is the hypernym of 'cat,' 'dog,' and 'elephant'."
3. "Understanding the concept of hypernymy is crucial for building meaningful taxonomies."

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