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/ˈæɹ.əʊ/noun
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1

A projectile consisting of a shaft, a point and a tail with stabilizing fins that is shot from a bow.

2

A sign or symbol used to indicate a direction (e.g.→).

3

A directed edge.

4

A morphism.

5

A dart.

6

The -> symbol, which has specific meanings in various programming languages.

7

The inflorescence or tassel of a mature sugar cane plant.

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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”)

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Assonance

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

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Consonance

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