fissure
/ˈfɪʃ.ə/noun
High School
1
A long, narrow crack or opening made by breaking or splitting, especially in rock or earth.
2
A groove, deep furrow, elongated cleft or tear between body parts or in the substance of an organ.
3
A break or slit in tissue usually at the junction of skin and mucous membrane.
4
A state of incompatibility or disagreement.
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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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Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing