absinthe

/ˈæb.sɪnθ/noun
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1

The herb absinthium Artemisia absinthium (grande wormwood); essence of wormwood.

2

Bitterness; sorrow.

3

A distilled, highly alcoholic, anise-flavored liquor originally made from grande wormwood, anise, and other herbs.

4

A moderate yellow green.

5

absinthe green

6

Sagebrush.

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Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing