gangrene

/ˈɡæŋˌɡɹi(ː)n/noun
Middle School
1

The necrosis and rotting of flesh, usually caused by lack of blood supply.

2

A damaging or corrupting influence.

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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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