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Onomatopoeia!

Onomatopoeia refers to words that phonetically imitate, resemble or suggest the sound that they describe, such as "buzz", "meow", or "splash". These words are meant to mimic the sounds of the real world, creating a sensory experience for the reader or listener.

Examples of onomatopoeia:

1. Animal sounds:

- Dog: "woof", "arf"

- Cat: "meow", "purr"

- Bird: "chirp", "tweet"

2. Natural sounds:

- Water: "splash", "gurgle"

- Wind: "whoosh", "whistle"

- Thunder: "boom", "clap"

3. Man-made sounds:

- Gunfire: "bang", "rat-a-tat"

- Car: "vroom", "beep"

- Door: "creak", "slam"

Onomatopoeia is used in literature and poetry to create vivid and sensory descriptions, drawing the reader into the scene. It's also used in comic books and graphic novels to add depth and emotion to the storytelling.

Can you think of more examples of onomatopoeia?