polymorphism

/pɒlɪˈmɔːfɪz(ə)m/noun
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1

The ability to assume different forms or shapes.

2

The coexistence, in the same locality, of two or more distinct forms independent of sex, not connected by intermediate gradations, but produced from common parents.

3

A feature pertaining to the dynamic treatment of data elements based on their type, allowing for a method to have several definitions.

4

The property of certain typed formal systems of allowing for the use of type variables and binders/quantifiers over those type variables; likewise, the property of certain expressions (within such typed formal systems) of making use of at least one such typed variable.

5

The ability of a solid material to exist in more than one form or crystal structure; pleomorphism.

6

The regular existence of two or more different genotypes within a given species or population; also, variability of amino acid sequences within a gene's protein.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

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