noun
the formation of a word from a sound associated with what is named
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The poet used onomatopoeia to vividly describe the sounds of nature in his latest work.
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I love how onomatopoeia makes comic books more fun to read with all the sound effects.
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The rapper's lyrics are full of onomatopoeia that really bring his songs to life.
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The artist's use of onomatopoeia in her painting created a sense of movement and energy.