Definition of HYPERNYMY

hypernymy

Meanings

Plural: hypernymies

Noun

  • the semantic relation of being superordinate or belonging to a higher rank or class
  • The semantic relation between hypernyms; the quality of being hypernymous.

Origin / Etymology

From hyper- + -nymy or hypernym + -y.

Antonyms

hyponymy

Scrabble Score: 25

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hypernymy is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 0

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