ATLAS OF LANGUAGE

AT-HAR7-0013 · ATLAS 251

Hendiadys

One complex idea expressed through two coordinated words.

Explanation

Meaning is distributed across equal parts rather than subordinated.

Example

We followed the trace and the glow.

Counterexample

We followed the glowing trace.

Effect on thought and perception

Loosens fixed conceptual hierarchies.

Resonance

Two coordinate impulses jointly create a third field of meaning.

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Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Hendiadys“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-HAR7-0013. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-HAR7-0013

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