Hyponym (Noun)
Meaning
A word that is more specific than a given word.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The term "car" has several hyponyms, including "sedan", "SUV", and "truck".
- The hyponym "poodle" is a more specific type of the general term "dog".
- The word "bird" has many hyponyms, such as "sparrow", "eagle", and "parrot".
- The concept of "vehicle" has several hyponyms, including "bicycle", "car", and "train".
- The hyponym "corgi" is a more specific type of the general term "breed of dog".