fandango
/ˌfæ̞nˈdæ̞ŋ.ɡəʊ̯/noun
High SchoolNot in standard dictionaries
1
A form of lively flamenco music and dance that has many regional variations (e.g. fandango de Huelva), some of which have their own names (e.g. malagueña, granadina).
2
A gathering for dancing; a ball.
3
An unknown entity or contraption.
4
A confusion; a chaotic collection.
5
An extravaganza; an instance of lavish and fantastical events or behavior.
6
A shade of red-violet.
7
Vagina.
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
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