Which among the following is an example for onomatopoeia ?
Correct answer: C. Buzz
- A. Smog
- B. UNESCO
- C. Buzz
- D. edit
Explanation
Onomatopoeia refers to a word that imitates or suggests a natural sound, as buzz imitates the sound of humming or vibrating. Smog, UNESCO, and edit are formed by blending, abbreviation, or ordinary word formation, not sound imitation.
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