bracer

/ˈbɹeɪsə/noun
Middle School
1

That which braces, binds, or makes firm; a band or bandage.

2

Something bracing; a stimulant.

3

A covering to protect the arm of the bowman from the vibration of the string.

4

Armor for the forearm; a brassard.

5

A medicine, as an astringent or a tonic, which gives tension or tone to any part of the body.

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