Mercury
/ˈmɜː.(ɹ)kjʊ.ɹi/name
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1
The first planet in the Solar system with the closest orbit to the Sun, named after the god; represented by ☿.
2
The Roman god associated with speed, sometimes used as a messenger, wearing winged sandals; the Roman counterpart of the Greek god Hermes.
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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”)
Assonance
Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing
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