Sunday, January 17, 2021

PORTMANTEAU WORDS VIII

A portmanteau is a blend of two words into one that combines the sounds and meanings of the component words. SMOG (smoke + fog) and MOTEL (motor hotel) are two examples. Can you think of a portmanteau word that could answer the clues below?

1. A person with whom one is friendly, despite a fundamental dislike or rivalry

2. A triple portmanteau that combines the names of three European countries?

3. Cut-off jeans 

4. Experiencing nature - with amenities

5. Symbol on a computer screen meant to convey a particular feeling

Answers:

1. FRENEMY

2. BENELUX - BELGIUM + NETHERLANDS + LUXEMBOURG 

3. JORTS 

4. GLAMPING

5. EMOTICON

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