What does portmanteau mean?
A word created by combining two or more words and blending their sounds and meanings, often used to describe a new concept or idea. For example, a portmanteau of 'smog' and 'fog' is 'smog'.
Example
"The term 'brunch' is a portmanteau of 'breakfast' and 'lunch'."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.