belfry

/ˈbɛlfɹi/noun
Middle School
1

A tower or steeple typically containing bells, especially as part of a church.

2

A part of a large tower or steeple, specifically for containing bells.

3

A shed.

4

A movable tower used in sieges.

5

An alarm-tower; a watchtower possibly containing an alarm-bell.

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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