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Onomatopoeia
Onomatopoeia refers to the formation of a word from a sound associated with what is named. The pronunciation of these words mimics the actual sound they represent.
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Words like 'buzz', 'hiss', and 'bang' are classic examples of onomatopoeia.
Words like 'buzz', 'hiss', and 'bang' are classic examples of onomatopoeia.
The poet uses onomatopoeia to recreate the actual sounds of the battlefield.
The poet uses onomatopoeia to recreate the actual sounds of the battlefield.
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