Phrases with «portmanteau word»

A "portmanteau word" is created by combining two different words to make one new word that has the meanings of both. It's like taking parts from two different words and putting them together to create a single word with a blended meaning. Full definition

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Sentences with «portmanteau word»

Lirtuel, an e-lending system for Francophone Belgium, will use the platform to serve its based of 100,000 users (the name is a clever portmanteau word for «Lire,» to read, and «Virtuel»). (copyrightandtechnology.com)
After all, without portmanteau words, we wouldn't be able to enjoy those hipster staples, cronuts (croissant + donut) and guyliner (guy + eyeliner)». (medium.com)
If there's one aspect of modern life that is bound to inspire snark (snide + remark) it is the advent of a new portmanteau word. (medium.com)
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Phrases with «portmanteau word»

Sentences with «portmanteau word»

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