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ploce

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun ploce has 1 sense
  1. ploce - (rhetoric) repetition to gain special emphasis or extend meaning
    --1 is a kind of
    repetition

Definitions from the Web

Ploce

Part of speech: Noun

Sense: Rhetoric - a rhetorical device that involves repetition of a word or phrase for emphasis

Example sentence:

In his speech, the politician used ploce by repeating the phrase "Yes, we can!" to ignite hope and motivation in the crowd.

Sense: Literature - a literary device where a word or phrase is repeated within a short space for emphasis or understanding

Example sentence:

The author effectively used ploce in the poem by repeating the line "Nevermore, nevermore" to accentuate the feeling of sorrow and loss.

Part of speech: Verb

Sense: Transitive - to emphasize or repeat a word or phrase for heightened effect

Example sentence:

The actor ploced the punchline, repeating the humorous phrase to ensure the audience's laughter.

Sense: Intransitive - to use repetition for impact or emphasis

Example sentence:

During her presentation, the speaker ploced, repeatedly emphasizing the key points to make them unforgettable to the audience.


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