cackle

/ˈkækəl/noun
Elementary
1

The cry of a hen or goose, especially when laying an egg.

2

A laugh resembling the cry of a hen or goose.

3

Futile or excessively noisy talk.

4

A group of hyenas.

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