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Understanding Metonymy and Metaphor by kriisk is a document available to read on EtoBox.
This document provides an introduction to metonymy and metaphor. It begins by defining literal and non-literal language, and discusses how metonymy and metaphor are forms of non-literal language. It then focuses on defining and explaining metonymy. Key points include that metonymy is a figure of speech where one entity is used to refer to another associated entity. Common metonymic relationships discussed include part for whole, container for content, producer for product, and place for institution. Types o
- Author
- kriisk
- Language
- EN