globus

/ˈɡləʊbəs/noun
Middle School
1

A lump in the throat; the sensation of having such a lump present.

2

Ellipsis of globus oculi: the eyeball.

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Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

jacobuskobusvobis

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”)

gaegafgaggalgangaogapgargasgau

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

agoapoauxboechocioclocoecrodau

Consonance

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

bigbaggbagsbergbogsbugagabegeibglabglob

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