Below are the parts and wholes of “radio-phonograph” drawn from WordNet. “Radio-phonograph” is made up of radio, wireless, tuner, and is itself part of sound system.
Parts that comprise radio-phonograph (holonyms)
Larger things radio-phonograph belongs to (meronyms)
Understanding Parts & Wholes
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- ◉ Purple pills are wholes that “radio-phonograph” belongs to (meronyms).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is "radio-phonograph" made up of?
"Radio-phonograph" comprises: radio, wireless, tuner, radio receiver, receiving set, radio set. These are its holonyms — the parts that make up "radio-phonograph".
What is "radio-phonograph" a part of?
"Radio-phonograph" is a part of: sound system, audio system. These are its meronyms — the larger things that "radio-phonograph" belongs to.
What is a holonym?
A holonym is a word that names the whole of which a given word is a part. For example, "car" is a holonym of "engine" — an engine is part of a car. Holonyms help you understand how parts relate to their wholes.
What is a meronym?
A meronym is a word that names a part of a larger whole. For example, "engine", "wheel", and "door" are meronyms of "car". Learning meronyms helps you describe objects precisely and expand your vocabulary.