portmanteaus

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a new word formed by joining two others and combining their meanings
  2. noun a large travelling bag made of stiff leather

Synonyms

blend, portmanteau word, portmanteau

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