fur

/fɜː/noun
ElementaryNot in standard dictionaries
1

The hairy coat of various mammal species, especially when fine, soft and thick.

2

The hairy skins of animals used as a material for clothing.

3

An animal pelt used to make, trim or line clothing.

4

A garment made of fur.

5

A thick pile of fabric.

6

The soft, downy covering on the skin of a peach.

7

The deposit formed on the interior of boilers and other vessels by hard water.

8

The layer of epithelial debris on a tongue.

9

One of several patterns or diapers used as tinctures, such as ermine and vair.

10

Rabbits and hares, as opposed to partridges and pheasants (called feathers).

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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