"Epibole" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Epibole is a noun that means "a direct address or apostrophe" - it refers to a device used in poetry or oratory where the speaker or writer directly addresses someone or something, often using a rhetorical question or exclamation.
Epibole
Epibole is a rare word that means "a piercing or a thrusting through" or "a forcible and sudden invasion". Here are 5 usage examples:
Epibolies are imperfectly formed, fused, or abnormal teeth that are typically found in the front of the mouth. They often occur in combination with other dental or oral health issues, such as crowding or malocclusion. The term "epibolies" is derived from the Greek words "epi," meaning "upon," and "bolis," meaning " mound" or "hill." In essence, epibolies refer to teeth that have grown abnormally and are situated on top of or alongside other teeth.