hyperbaton
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/haɪˈpɜːbətɒn/
English
Definitions
noun
- (grammar) An inversion of the usual or logical order of words or phrases, for emphasis or poetic effect.
- Adding a word or thought to a sentence that is already semantically complete, thus drawing emphasis to the addition.
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Synonyms
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