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Hendiadys

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: Hendiadys is a figure of speech in which two words connected by "and" are used to express a single complex idea. It is often used for emphasis or to create a vivid image.

Example Sentence: In the phrase "nice and toasty," "nice and toasty" is a hendiadys, expressing the idea of being comfortably warm.

Hendiadys

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: As an adjective, hendiadys refers to a word or phrase that is used in a hendiadys construction.

Example Sentence: The hendiadys phrase "breakfast and lunch" is used to describe a combined morning meal.

Hendiadys

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: As a verb, hendiadys is the action of expressing a complex or composite idea using two words connected by "and".

Example Sentence: The poet cleverly hendiadysed the phrase "sun and moon" to emphasize the duality of nature.

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