Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
syllepsis
Noun
/sɪˈlɛp.sɪs/
Definition
A figure of speech in which a single word is used in relation to two other words in the same sentence, but in a different sense for each.
Examples
- He stole the spotlight and my wallet.
- She broke the bank and his heart.
Meaning
Syllepsis involves using one word in a way that governs or modifies two other words, creating a unique connection, often producing a humorous or thought-provoking effect.
Synonyms
- Zeugma
- Double entendre
