burglary

/ˈbɜː.ɡlə.ɹi/noun
Middle School
1

The crime of unlawfully breaking into a vehicle, house, store, or other enclosure with the intent to steal.

2

Under the common law, breaking and entering of the dwelling of another at night with the intent to commit a felony.

3

Under the Model Penal Code, entering a building or occupied structure with purpose to commit a crime therein, unless the premises are at the time open to the public or the actor is licensed or privileged to enter.

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