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English
Etymology
From poly- + seme.
Pronunciation
(UK) IPA(key): /ˈpɒ.lɪ.siːm/
Noun
polyseme (plural polysemes)
- (semantics) A word or phrase that has multiple meanings, or, more specifically, multiple etymologically related meanings.
- Antonym: monoseme
Translations
word/phrase with multiple meanings
Adjective
polyseme
- (linguistics) having multiple meanings
Antonyms
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German
Pronunciation
Adjective
polyseme
- inflection of polysem:
- strong/mixed nominative/accusative feminine singular
- strong nominative/accusative plural
- weak nominative all-gender singular
- weak accusative feminine/neuter singular