senescence
/sɪˈnɛ.səns/noun
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1
The state or process of ageing, especially in humans; old age.
2
Ceasing to divide by mitosis because of shortening of telomeres or excessive DNA damage.
3
Old age; accumulated damage to macromolecules, cells, tissues and organs with the passage of time.
4
Fruit senescence, leading to ripening of fruit.
5
Condition when the cell ceases to divide.
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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