fable
/ˈfeɪbəl/noun
Elementary
1
A fictitious narrative intended to enforce some useful truth or precept, usually with animals, etc. as characters; an apologue. Prototypically, Aesop's Fables.
2
Any story told to excite wonder; common talk; the theme of talk.
3
Fiction; untruth; falsehood.
4
The plot, story, or connected series of events forming the subject of an epic or dramatic poem.
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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