ecliptic

/ɪˈklɪp.tɪk/noun
High School
1

The great circle on the celestial sphere that is the mean apparent path of the sun as viewed from the earth.

2

The plane in which this great circle lies.

3

A great circle drawn on a terrestrial globe, used for illustrating and solving astronomical problems.

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