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Noun epistrophe has 1 sense
- epiphora, epistrophe - repetition of the ends of two or more successive sentences, verses, etc.
--1 is a kind of repetition
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Epistrophe
Definition:
Epistrophe is a rhetorical device in which a word or a phrase is repeated at the end of successive clauses or sentences.
Usage:
- Part of Speech: Noun
- Sense 1: In rhetoric, epistrophe is used to create emphasis, rhythm, and emotional impact in speeches or written compositions.
- Sense 2: Epistrophe is also commonly found in poetry, song lyrics, and speeches to create a memorable and powerful ending.
- Sense 3: Epistrophe can be used to engage the audience, reinforce ideas, and leave a lasting impression.
- Sense 4: In grammar, epistrophe can be seen as a form of repetition, specifically at the end of consecutive phrases.
Examples:
- Speech Example: "We will fight in the trenches. We will fight on the streets. We will fight in the mountains. We will never surrender!"
- Poetry Example: "I came, I saw, I conquered."
- Song Lyrics Example: "I will always love you. You will always be in my heart. My heart will never let you go."
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