Draco
/ˈdɹeɪkəʊ/name
Middle School
1
A circumpolar constellation of the northern sky, said to resemble a dragon. It features a line of stars (including Thuban) that winds between Ursa Major and Ursa Minor.
2
An Athenian lawgiver, known for the severity of his laws.
3
One of Actaeon's hounds.
4
A male given name from Ancient Greek or Latin.
Sound Patterns & Rhymes
Alliteration
Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)
Assonance
Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing
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