stardust

/ˈstɑːdʌst/noun
Middle SchoolNot in standard dictionaries
1

Small fragments of dustlike material found in space; specifically, a type of cosmic dust that formed from cooling gases ejected from presolar stars, which was then incorporated into the cloud from which the Solar System condensed.

2

A distant cluster of stars resembling a cloud of dust, especially if the individual stars of which cannot be resolved with a telescope.

3

Small fragments in the Earth's atmosphere or on its surface originating from meteorites; meteor dust.

4

Something imaginary or lacking substance.

5

An imaginary magic dust or powder that, when in one's eyes, supposedly causes one to view a person or thing favourably, even though this might not actually be warranted.

6

An imaginary magic dust or powder supposedly able to give one charisma or other positive qualities; hence, charisma or glamour, especially that possessed by a celebrity.

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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

Consonance

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

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