gerrymander

/ˈdʒɛ.ɹiˌmæn.də/verb
University
1

To divide a geographic area into voting districts in such a way as to give an unfair advantage to one party in an election.

2

To draw dividing lines for other types of districts in an unintuitive way to favor a particular group or for other perceived gain.

3

To change the franchise or voting system in such a way as to give an unfair advantage to one party in an election.

4

To deliberately bring in voters of one's own party or displace voters of another party from a voting district in such a way as to give an unfair advantage to one party in an election.

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

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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