oxyphony

Meanings

• noun

  The art of using sound and rhythm in poetry or speech.

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Variants

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polyphonies , polyphony

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Etymology

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Derived from the Greek words 'oxys' (sharp) and 'phone' (sound).

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Trivia

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1. Oxyphony is also known as 'phonaesthetics' or 'sound symbolism'.

2. The ancient Greeks believed that certain words had inherent musical properties that could influence the listener's emotions.

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Related Concepts

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1. Poetry: Oxyphony is a key element in poetry, used to create rhythm, meter, and musicality.

2. Speech: Oxyphony is also used in speech to make language more expressive and engaging.

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Culture

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Oxyphony has been used extensively in various forms of literature, particularly in poetry, to create vivid imagery and evoke emotions in readers.

How to Memorize "oxyphony"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the sharp, crisp sound of the word 'oxys' and the resonating 'phone' to remember the meaning of oxyphony.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the sound of a sharp instrument or a crisp, clear voice to help remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Oxys is the sharp sound, Phone is the sound we've found' to help remember the meaning of oxyphony.

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