adhesion

/ˌædˈhiː.ʒən/noun
High School
1

The ability of a substance to stick to an unlike substance.

2

Persistent attachment or loyalty.

3

An agreement to adhere.

4

An abnormal union of surface by the formation of new tissue resulting from an inflammatory process.

5

The binding of a cell to a surface or substrate.

6

The frictional grip on a surface, of wheels, shoes etc.

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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