Zeugma

Zeugma is a literary device where a single word, typically a verb or an adjective, is linked to two different words or ideas in a sentence, causing a blend of meanings. This often creates a clever or surprising effect. For example, in "He stole my heart and my wallet," the word "stole" applies to both "heart" and "wallet," but in different ways. Zeugma can add humor, irony, or depth to writing by connecting ideas in an unexpected or witty manner.