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onomatopoeic

/ɒnəmætəʊˈpiːɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does onomatopoeic mean?

adjective

Describing a word that phonetically imitates, resembles or suggests the sound that it describes, such as 'buzz', 'meow', or 'splash'.

Example

"The onomatopoeic words in the children's book added to its engaging and immersive storytelling."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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