WORD MEANING
Onomatopoeia meaning
on-uh-mat-uh-PEE-uh · noun
The formation of a word from a sound associated with what is named, such as 'buzz' or 'clang'.
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A literary device that uses words to imitate natural sounds.
The use of words that phonetically mimic or resemble the sound they describe.
Often used in poetry and comic books to convey sounds.
Examples
The word 'buzz' is an example of onomatopoeia.
Poets often use onomatopoeia to create vivid sound effects in their work.