bombard

/ˈbɒmˌbɑːd/noun
Middle School
1

A medieval primitive cannon, used chiefly in sieges for throwing heavy stone balls.

2

A bassoon-like medieval musical instrument.

3

A large liquor container made of leather, in the form of a jug or a bottle.

4

A bombardment.

5

A bombardon.

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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