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What's the term for a word that sounds like the noise it describes, such as 'buzz' or 'bang'?
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Obfuscation
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Oxymoron
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Onomatopoeia
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Overstatement
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The correct answer is "Onomatopoeia". Onomatopoeia refers to words that phonetically imitate, resemble, or suggest the sound that they describe. These words often capture natural sounds or actions, enhancing language by providing an auditory context. Common examples include 'buzz' for the sound of bees, 'bang' for a loud noise, and 'sizzle' for the sound of cooking.