WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

	Enter your search terms Submit search form
	Web www.wordnet-online.com

Definitions from the Web

Mesonym

Noun: a word that is related to another word and can be used to replace it in a particular context

Example sentence: In the sentence "The White House issued a statement," the phrase "White House" is a mesonym for the word "government."

Noun: a term used in linguistics to describe a word that is derived from another word

Example sentence: "Runner" is a mesonym for the verb "to run."

Noun: a word that is substituted for a person's name, often used in literature or theater

Example sentence: In the play, the character referred to as "The Fool" is a mesonym for the jester.

Noun: a term used in genealogy to indicate relatives

Example sentence: When researching my family tree, I discovered that my great-grandfather's sister is considered a mesonym to me.

Adjective: referring to something popular or commonly used in a specific locality

Example sentence: "Pizza" is a mesonym dish in Italy.