mermaid

/ˈmɜːˌmeɪd/noun
Elementary
1

A mythological creature with a woman's head and upper body, and a tail of a fish.

2

Coloured a brilliant turquoise.

3

A prostitute.

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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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