whom
/huːm/pron
RareNot in standard dictionaries
1
As the object of a verb.
2
As the object of a preposition.
3
Used to refer to a previously mentioned person or people.
4
The person(s) whom; whomever.
5
Also used with names of collective nouns that are groups of people, especially singularly-named musical groups or sports teams.
Sound Patterns & Rhymes
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
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