Explanation
The deliberate rhetorical recurrence of the same linguistic unit. It uses recurrence as marked intensification and organisation.
Example
We wait, wait, wait.
Counterexample
Merely mentioning “Repetition” without the described function is not a sufficient example.
Distinction
Do not equate it with a narrower subtype or a merely adjacent concept; the defining function is decisive.
Effect on thought and perception
It uses recurrence as marked intensification and organisation.
Resonance
In the atlas, Repetition forms a node joined by 3 previously unresolved reference lines.
Etymology
Technical core term; individual etymological review pending
Provenance
Unresolved relation network → core-concept review → Metzler/HWRh cross-check → ATLAS 238
Cite this entry
Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Repetition“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-CORE-238-051. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-CORE-238-051The address remains stable; editorial content may evolve. A verified modification date per entry is not yet available. Include your access date for precise references.