getter

/ˈɡɛtə/noun
Middle School
1

One who, or that which, gets.

2

A function used to retrieve the value of some property of an object, contrasted with the setter.

3

A material which is included in a vacuum system or device for removing gas by sorption.

4

A miner who dug coal, contrasted with the putter, who took it to the surface.

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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

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing