Which among the following is an example for portmanteau__________________?
Correct answer: A. Smog
- A. Smog
- B. UNESCO
- C. Buzz
- D. Edit
Explanation
Smog combines parts of “smoke” and “fog,” so it is a portmanteau or blend. UNESCO is an acronym because it is built from initial letters rather than overlapping parts of two words.
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