hiccup
/ˈhɪkʌp/noun
ElementaryNot in standard dictionaries
1
A spasm of the diaphragm, or the resulting sound.
2
A case of the hiccups; the condition of having the spasms of hiccupping; singultus; diaphragmatic myoclonus.
3
Any spasm or sudden change.
4
A minor obstacle or setback.
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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