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pleon

/pleɪɒn/ noun · British & US
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What does pleon mean?

noun

A pleon is a figure of speech in which a word or phrase is repeated for emphasis or effect. It is often used in poetry and literature to create a musical or rhythmic effect.

Example

"The poet's use of pleon in the final stanza added a sense of drama and urgency to the poem."

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