Dictionary Entry
hendiadys
hendiadys is a 9-letter English word with 2 senses as noun in the JumbleFix dictionary. One common meaning is: A figure in which the idea is expressed by two nouns connected by and, instead of by a noun and limiting adjective; as, we drink from cups and gold, for golden cups. Face value is 17 in Scrabble and 16 in Words With Friends. Use the entries below when you need a playable sense, a nearby word, or another arrangement of the same letters.
9 letters · Scrabble 17 · Words With Friends 16 · 2 senses
Definitions
- 1noun
A figure in which the idea is expressed by two nouns connected by and, instead of by a noun and limiting adjective; as, we drink from cups and gold, for golden cups.
- 2noun
use of two conjoined nouns instead of a noun and modifier
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