ala
/ˈeɪ.lə/noun
Elementary
1
A wing or winglike anatomic process or part, especially of bone.
2
The flattened border of some stems, fruits, and seeds, or one of the two side petals of certain flowers in the pea family.
3
In ancient Rome, a small room opening into a larger room or courtyard.
Sound Patterns & Rhymes
Rhymes
Words that share the same ending sound pattern
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