denature
/diːˈneɪtjə(ɹ)/verb
High School
1
To take away a natural characteristic or inherent property of (a thing or a person).
2
To add something to (alcohol) that makes it unsuitable for consumption but leaves it suitable for most other purposes.
3
To alter its original form or state, especially of a protein, by heat, acidity etc.
4
Of double-stranded DNA, specifically to split into two single strands.
5
To combine fissile material with nonfissile material in order to prevent its use in an atomic weapon.
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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