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Near Rhyme
A rhyme of similar sounds, but are not exact. Also known as approximate rhyme, off rhyme, slant rhyme, half rhyme, or imperfect rhyme.

Neologism
A new word, phrase, or usage that has changed the sense of a word. Often a poet will create new words to help express an idea or image in a poem.

Nonsense Poetry
Absurd, foolish or preposterous poetry, usually written in a catchy meter with strong rhymes. See light verse.

Numen
A source or influence of a spiritual nature.

Nursery Rhyme
A short childrens poem written in rhyming verse.



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