coat
/ˈkoʊ̯t/noun
Early Childhood
1
An outer garment covering the upper torso and arms.
2
A covering of material, such as paint.
3
The fur or feathers covering an animal's skin.
4
Canvas painted with thick tar and secured round a mast or bowsprit to prevent water running down the sides into the hold (now made of rubber or leather).
5
A petticoat.
6
The habit or vesture of an order of men, indicating the order or office; cloth.
7
A coat of arms.
8
A coat card.
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
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