encyclopedia
/ənˌsəɪ.kləˈpi.di.ə/noun
Elementary
1
A comprehensive reference work (often spanning several printed volumes) with articles (usually arranged in alphabetical order, or sometimes arranged by category) on a range of subjects, sometimes general, sometimes limited to a particular field.
2
Similarly comprehensive works in other formats.
3
The circle of arts and sciences (see Etymology); a comprehensive summary of knowledge, or of a branch thereof.
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
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