curb

/kɝb/noun
Elementary
1

A concrete margin along the edge of a road; a kerb (UK, Australia, New Zealand).

2

A raised margin along the edge of something, such as a well or the eye of a dome, as a strengthening.

3

Something that checks or restrains; a restraint.

4

A riding or driving bit for a horse that has rein action which amplifies the pressure in the mouth by leverage advantage placing pressure on the poll via the crown piece of the bridle and chin groove via a curb chain.

5

A sidewalk, covered or partially enclosed, bordering the airport terminal road system with adjacent paved areas to permit vehicles to off-load or load passengers.

6

A swelling on the back part of the hind leg of a horse, just behind the lowest part of the hock joint, generally causing lameness.

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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”)

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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