collar

/ˈkɒl.ə/noun
ElementaryNot in standard dictionaries
1

The part of an upper garment (shirt, jacket, etc.) that fits around the neck and throat, especially if sewn from a separate piece of fabric.

2

A decorative band or other fabric around the neckline.

3

A chain worn around the neck.

4

A similar detachable item.

5

A coloured ring round the neck of a bird or mammal.

6

A band or chain around an animal's neck, used to restrain and/or identify it.

7

A part of harness designed to distribute the load around the shoulders of a draft animal.

8

A hangman's knot.

9

A piece of meat from the neck of an animal.

10

Any encircling device or structure.

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

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