portmanteau word (noun)

1. The word 'muggle' from Harry Potter is a portmanteau word formed by combining 'mug' and 'gleam' to describe non-magical people.

2. The term 'smog' in 'The Smurfs' cartoon is a portmanteau word created by blending 'smoke' and 'fog' to depict a thick, polluted air.

3. The fashion industry often uses portmanteau words like 'jeggings' (jeans + leggings) and 'brunch' (breakfast + lunch) to describe new trends or styles.

4. In Lewis Carroll's 'Alice in Wonderland', the word 'chortle' is a portmanteau word coined by combining 'chuckle' and 'snort' to represent a joyful yet somewhat tricky laugh.