"Synecdochic" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Synecdochic" Meaning

Synecdochic refers to language in which a part of something represents the whole, such that the part is given as the name of the whole. This figure of speech is also known as synecdoche.

For example:
"I got a new set of wheels" (hands/signals car)
"The White House announced..." (the White House represents the U.S. government)

In a synecdochic expression, a specific part of an object, a person, or a place is used to stand in for the entire entity.

"Synecdochic" Examples

Synecdoche Examples

1. The main street is always crowded around Christmas.
In this usage, "street" refers to the people walking on the street, as synecdoche is used to represent the people.

2. All hands were on deck to tackle the emergency.
Here, "hands" is a synecdoche for "crew members" that refers to the people employed on a ship.

3. I got a new set of wheels for my birthday.
In this case, "wheels" is used as synecdoche for "car" because the car is often referred to by its wheels in a different context.

4. She's got all brains; let her do it.
Here, "brains" is a synecdoche for "intelligence" or "the ability to do the task."

5. The company's top clients have kitted out new aircraft.
In this use, "kitted out" means fully equipped or outfitted, and is used as a synecdoche for the act of furnishing or equipping the aircraft with everything necessary.