Metaphor

Definition

A figure of speech in which a word or phrase literally denoting one kind of object or idea is used in place of another to suggest a likeness or analogy between them (as in drowning in money).

"Definition Of METAPHOR". 2020. Merriam-Webster.Com.

Example

Henry was a lion on the battlefield.

This sentence suggests that Henry fought so valiantly and bravely that he embodied all the personality traits we attribute to the ferocious animal. This sentence implies immediately that Henry was courageous and fearless, much like the King of the Jungle.

Repetition

Definition

Repetition is a literary device that repeats the same words or phrases a few times to make an idea clearer and more memorable. There are several types of repetition commonly used in both prose and poetry.

"Repetition - Examples And Definition Of Repetition". 2013. Literary Devices.

Example

One fish, Two fish, Red fish, Blue fish,

Black fish, Blue fish, Old fish, New fish.

This one has a little car.

This one has a little star.

Say! What a lot of fish there are.

Dr. Seuss repeats the words and phrases "fish" and "This one has a little" in this stanza.