beacon

/ˈbiːkən/noun
Middle SchoolNot in standard dictionaries
1

A signal fire to notify of the approach of an enemy, or to give any notice, commonly of warning.

2

A signal, buoy, post, or other conspicuous mark erected on an eminence near the shore, or moored in shoal water, as a guide to mariners, particularly to warn vessels of danger.

3

A high hill or other easily distinguishable object near the shore which can serve as guidance for seafarers.

4

That which gives notice of danger, hope, etc., or keeps people on the correct path; a source of inspiration.

5

An electronic device that broadcasts a signal to nearby portable devices, enabling smartphones etc. to perform actions when in physical proximity to the beacon.

6

Ellipsis of web beacon.

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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