What is a kid-friendly definition of metonymy?

Metonymy is using a quality, attribute, or something associated to describe a reality.

The best way to explain metonymy to children would be through examples.

Some examples:

We’re going to the pitch. (to describe playing cricket)

Canada protects its old growth forests. (to describe the government)

She put in her two bits. (to refer to share of work)

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