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anacoenosis

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An`a`coe`no´sis
n.1.(Rhet.) A figure by which a speaker appeals to his hearers or opponents for their opinion on the point in debate.
anacoenosis
in debate, an appeal by the speaker to his opponents or to the audience for an opinion of the point.
See also: Rhetoric and Rhetorical Devices
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Going with this broader understanding of the term, surely we can consider Taji's apostrophe to the stars as anacoenosis as well: But how your mild effulgence stings the boding heart.
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