cabinet

/ˈkæb.ɪ.nɪt/noun
Elementary
1

A storage closet either separate from, or built into, a wall.

2

A cupboard.

3

A museum display case.

4

A source of valuable things; a storehouse.

5

The upright assembly that houses a coin-operated arcade game, a cab.

6

A size of photograph, specifically one measuring 3⅞" by 5½".

7

A group of advisors to a government or business entity.

8

In parliamentary and some other systems of government, the group of ministers responsible for creating government policy and for overseeing the departments comprising the executive branch.

9

A cabinet-level agency in the executive branch; that is, an agency headed by a member of the governor's cabinet.

10

A small chamber or private room.

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

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