Pronunciation: /ˈænəkrəˌnɪm/
noun a word formed by combining parts of two or more words, where each part represents a letter in the new word
A1 I learned a new word today - anachronym. It means a word formed by combining parts of other words.
A2 The term 'brunch' is an example of an anachronym, combining 'breakfast' and 'lunch'.
B1 An anachronym like 'smog' is a blend of 'smoke' and 'fog'.
B2 Some people find anachronyms like 'WiFi' easier to remember than the full terms they represent.
C1 Anachronyms are often used in technology and internet culture to create catchy and memorable terms.
C2 The evolution of language can be seen in the creation and adoption of anachronyms in everyday speech.
formal The term 'LASER' is an example of an anachronym, as it was originally an acronym but is now commonly used as a word.
informal LOL is an anachronym that many people use in text messages to mean 'laugh out loud.'
slang BRB is an anachronym that stands for 'be right back' in online chat conversations.
figurative The anachronym 'FOMO' has become a popular term to describe the fear of missing out on social events.
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