description

/dɪˈskɹɪpʃən/noun
Elementary
1

A sketch or account of anything in words; a portraiture or representation in language; an enumeration of the essential qualities of a thing or species.

2

The act of describing; a delineation by marks or signs.

3

A set of characteristics by which someone or something can be recognized.

4

A scientific documentation of a taxon for the purpose of introducing it to science.

5

The act or practice of recording and describing actual language usage in a given speech community, as opposed to prescription, i.e. laying down norms of language usage.

6

A descriptive linguistic survey.

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

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing