doorkeeper

/ˈdôr-ˌkē-pər/noun
Middle School
1

The person in charge of an entryway, sometimes responsible for security in the immediate area around the entryway.

2

Someone with power to keep others out of some sphere or activity.

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

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