blowpipe

/ˈbloʊˌpaɪp/noun
Middle School
1

A narrow tube through which a jet of air is directed onto a flame; used in the analysis of minerals etc and in jewelry manufacture.

2

A weapon through which darts may be shot by blowing; a blowgun.

3

A long narrow pipe, rotated in the hands, upon which glassware is blown.

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

Consonance

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