Kenning and Snippet

Kenning

Kenning noun - Conventional metaphoric name for something, used especially in Old English and Old Norse poetry.

Snippet and kenning are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Snippet" instead a noun "Kenning".

Snippet

Snippet noun - A very small piece.
Usage example: read them a snippet of his latest poem

Kenning and snippet are semantically related. (Scottish) Sometimes you can use "Kenning" instead a noun "Snippet".
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