Monday, August 13, 2012

Anastrophe & Forfend

Anastrophe

Definition: (noun)

The reversal of the normal order of words.

Synonyms: inversion.

Forfend

Definition: (verb)

Prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening.

Synonyms: deflect, head off, avert,
avoid, debar, obviate.

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