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ZEUGMA

(noun)

Definitions

There is 1 meaning of the word Zeugma.

How to pronounce zeugma:

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Zeugma - as a noun

Use of a verb with two or more complements, playing on the verb's polysemy, for humorous effect

Example: "`mr. pickwick took his hat and his leave' is an example of zeugma"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
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Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Word Game Points

Is ZEUGMA a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, zeugma is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ZEUGMA has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is ZEUGMA a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, zeugma is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ZEUGMA has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is ZEUGMA a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, zeugma is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ZEUGMA has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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