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Superordinate Word (Noun)

Meaning

A word that is more generic than a given word.

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Examples

  • The word "tree" is a superordinate word to "oak" and "pine" as it includes both of these types of trees and many others within its broader meaning.
  • The term "vehicle" is a superordinate word to "car", "bus", and "train" as it encompasses various forms of transportation.
  • In biology, "mammal" is a superordinate word that covers a wide range of animals including "humans", "whales", and "bears".
  • The word "instrument" serves as a superordinate word to "piano", "guitar", and "violin" in the context of music.
  • In everyday conversations, "fruit" can be seen as a superordinate word to "apple", "orange", and "banana" as these are all types of fruit.

Synonyms

  • Superordinate
  • Hypernym

Hypernyms

  • Word
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