portmanteau word

noun

1. another name for blend

Word History and Origins

Origin of portmanteau word¹

C19: from the idea that two meanings are packed into one word

Example Sentences

With titles like “Shape Up, Says Doctor Death” and “Everybody Has a Fatal Disease,” not to mention the darkly comical portmanteau word “cremaindered,” she exhibits gallows humor.

From New York Times

In Week 1341 the Empress asked for new portmanteau words, in which two words are mashed together, along with a description of the result.

From Washington Post

Still running — deadline Monday night, July 29: our contest for portmanteau words.

From Washington Post

Among the innumerable neologism contests put up by the Empress and, before her, the Czar have been those for portmanteau words — words that combine two existing words.

From Washington Post

A brave new portmanteau word for a brave new portmanteau victual.

From The Guardian