crow

/kɹəʊ/noun
ElementaryNot in standard dictionaries
1

A bird, usually black, of the genus Corvus, having a strong conical beak, with projecting bristles; it has a harsh, croaking call.

2

Any of various dark-coloured nymphalid butterflies of the genus Euploea.

3

A bar of iron with a beak, crook or claw; a bar of iron used as a lever; a crowbar.

4

Someone who keeps watch while their associates commit a crime; a lookout.

5

A gangplank (corvus) used by the Ancient Roman navy to board enemy ships.

6

The mesentery of an animal.

7

An ill-tempered and obstinate woman, or one who otherwise has features resembling the bird; a harpy.

8

A black person.

9

The emblem of an eagle, a sign of military rank.

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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