book

/bʊk/noun
Early ChildhoodNot in standard dictionaries
1

A collection of sheets of paper bound together to hinge at one edge, containing printed or written material, pictures, etc.

2

A long work fit for publication, typically prose, such as a novel or textbook, and typically published as such a bound collection of sheets, but now sometimes electronically as an e-book.

3

A major division of a long work.

4

A record of betting (from the use of a notebook to record what each person has bet).

5

A bookmaker (a person who takes bets on sporting events and similar); bookie; turf accountant.

6

A convenient collection, in a form resembling a book, of small paper items for individual use.

7

The script of a musical or opera.

8

Records of the accounts of a business.

9

A book award, a recognition for receiving the highest grade in a class (traditionally an actual book, but recently more likely a letter or certificate acknowledging the achievement).

10

Six tricks taken by one side.

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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