crease
/kɹiːs/noun
ElementaryNot in standard dictionaries
1
A line or mark made by folding or doubling any pliable substance; hence, a similar mark, however produced.
2
One of the white lines drawn on the pitch to show different areas of play; especially the popping crease, but also the bowling crease and the return crease.
3
The circle around the goal, which no offensive players may enter during play, unless after scoring.
4
The area in front of each goal.
5
A crack.
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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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