What is another word for portmanteau word?
Pronunciation: [pˈɔːtmantˌə͡ʊ wˈɜːd] (IPA) 
A portmanteau word is a blending of two or more words to create a new term that represents a combination of their meanings. It is also known as a blend or a linguistic hybrid. Synonyms for this term include "compound word," "mashup," "neologism," and "syllabic abbreviation." A compound word is formed when two separate words are combined, while a mashup refers to a combination of two or more different elements to create something new. A neologism is a newly coined word that has entered popular usage, while syllabic abbreviation refers to a combination of syllables from different words to create a new word. These terms are often used interchangeably to describe words that are created by combining two or more existing words.
