resection

noun
High School
1

The surgical removal of part or all of a tissue, organ, tumor, or body part.

2

A method of determining a position by using a map and compass bearings for two additional points.

3

A section of a tire that has had worn tread replaced.

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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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Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

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