dictum
/ˈdɪk.təm/noun
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1
An authoritative statement; a dogmatic saying; a maxim, an apothegm.
2
A judicial opinion expressed by judges on points that do not necessarily arise in the case, and are not involved in it.
3
The report of a judgment made by one of the judges who has given it.
4
An arbitrament or award.
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