article

/ˈɑːtɪkl̩/noun
ElementaryNot in standard dictionaries
1

A piece of nonfiction writing such as a story, report, opinion piece, or entry in a newspaper, magazine, journal, encyclopedia, etc.

2

An object, a member of a group or class.

3

A part of speech that indicates, specifies and limits a noun (a, an, or the in English). In some languages the article may appear as an ending (e.g. definite article in Swedish) or there may be none (e.g. Russian, Pashto).

4

A section of a legal document, bylaws, etc. or, in the plural, the entire document seen as a collection of these.

5

Ellipsis of genuine article.

6

A part or segment of something joined to other parts, or, in combination, forming a structured set.

7

A person; an individual.

8

A wench.

9

Subject matter; concern.

10

A distinct part.

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

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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