"metonymy is best defined as a figure of speech in which?

Metonymy is best defined as a figure of speech which uses words or phrases to rename something related to its attributes or characteristic, instead of the objects real name. A most popular example of metonymy is, "A pen is mightier than a sword."

Explanation:

Metonymy is best defined as a figure of speech which uses words or phrases to rename something related to its attributes or characteristic, instead of the objects real name. A most popular example of metonymy is, "A pen is mightier than a sword."

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i think the correct answer would be adjustments in life roles.  this causes for one to adjust or change totally his/her career or lifestyle since the present is not beneficial to the life role he is at. for instance, you became a mother you would of course stop going to malls and enjoying life outside. you would be staying at home taking care of your child.