Meaning Of The Word Onomatopoeia

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What's The Definition Of Onomatopoeia?

onomatopoeia
uncountable noun: Onomatopoeia refers to the use of words which sound like the noise they refer to. 'Hiss', 'buzz', and 'rat-a-tat-tat' are examples of onomatopoeia.

onomatopoeia in American English
formation of a word by imitating the natural sound associated with the object or action involved; echoism (Ex.: tinkle, buzz, chickadee, etc.)
noun: the formation of a word, as cuckoo or boom, by imitation of a sound made by or associated with its referent

onomatopoeia in British English
noun: the formation of words whose sound is imitative of the sound of the noise or action designated, such as hiss, buzz, and bang

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