dropper

/ˈdɹɒp.ə/noun
ElementaryNot in standard dictionaries
1

A utensil for dispensing a single drop of liquid at a time.

2

One who drops something, especially one who drops a specific item to cause mischief.

3

A software component designed to install malware on a target system.

4

A fly that drops from the leaden above the bob or end fly.

5

A branch vein which drops off from, or leaves, the main lode.

6

The young bulb of a tulip, not of flowering size.

7

A dog which suddenly drops upon the ground when it sights game.

8

A batten fixed to a post-and-wire fence to keep the wires apart.

9

A person who uses fraudulent cheques.

10

A drop shot.

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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