What is the definition of alliteration?
1) the presentation of a thing with underemphasis, especially in order to achieve a greater effect; understatement
2) an expression that cannot be understood from the meanings of its separate words but must be learned as a whole
3) the repetition of usually initial consonant sounds in two or more neighboring words or syllables
4) a brief and indirect reference to a person, place, thing, or idea of historical, cultural, literary, or political significance
5) exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally