elliptical
/ɪˈlɪp.tɪk.əl/adj
Middle School
1
In a shape of, or reminding of, an ellipse; oval.
2
Of, or showing ellipsis; having a word or words omitted.
3
Concise, condensed.
4
Elliptic.
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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
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