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onomatopoeia

noun

/ˌɒn.əˌmæt.əˈpiː.ə/

Meaning

The formation of a word from a sound associated with what is named.

The word 'buzz' is an example of onomatopoeia.

sound symbolism, echoism, imitation, word-sound, noise word

abstraction, silence

use of onomatopoeia, example of onomatopoeia, poetic onomatopoeia

a person responsible for controlling or administering an organization or group of staff

something that is more important than other things and needs attention first

the attainment of a position of rank or power, especially a monarch or president; the formal accepta...

a tropical fruit with a crisp texture and sweet taste, scientifically known as Syzygium malaccense

the process of assessing or evaluating something, often by trying it out

a small flaw or mark that spoils the appearance of something