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Hyponym

Definition: In linguistics and semantics, a hyponym is a term that represents a more specific or subordinate category within a general class. It is the opposite of a hypernym, which represents a broader category encompassing multiple hyponyms.

Usage: Hyponyms play a crucial role in categorization and understanding relationships between words. For example, "rose" is a hyponym of the hypernym "flower" since it belongs to the specific category of flowers. Similarly, "poodle" is a hyponym of the hypernym "dog."

Example sentences:

1. The word "car" is a hyponym of the hypernym "vehicle."
2. "Orange" is a hyponym of the hypernym "fruit."
3. "Oak" is a hyponym of the hypernym "tree."

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