Metonymy - GCSE English Language Definition
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Metonymy is a figure of speech where one word or phrase is replaced with another that is closely linked to it. For example, when people say "the crown" to refer to the king, queen, or royal power, they are using metonymy. The two things are not the same, but they are strongly connected. This technique helps create strong imagery and can add deeper meaning to a text. Learning to spot and understand metonymy in GCSE English can help you analyse language more effectively.
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