graze

/ɡɹeɪz/noun
Elementary
1

The act of grazing; a scratching or injuring lightly on passing.

2

A light abrasion; a slight scratch.

3

The act of animals feeding from pasture.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

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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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