Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Retronym.
Retronym - as a noun
A word introduced because an existing term has become inadequate
Example: "Nobody ever heard of analog clocks until digital clocks became common, so `analog clock' is a retronym"
Example Sentences
"The term 'landline' is a retronym used to distinguish traditional telephone services from mobile or wireless ones."
"The phrase 'snail mail' is a retronym created to contrast physical mail with electronic mail."
"The word 'analog watch' is a retronym that differentiates traditional watches with digital ones."
"'Acoustic guitar' is a retronym coined to specify and differentiate it from an electric guitar."
"The term 'brick phone' is a retronym used for early mobile phones to differentiate them from modern smartphones."
Word Game Points
Is RETRONYM a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, retronym is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RETRONYM has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is RETRONYM a valid Words With Friends word?
No, retronym is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid WordRETRONYM is not a valid Words With Friends word.
Is RETRONYM a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, retronym is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRETRONYM has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
