guide

/ɡaɪd/noun
Elementary
1

Someone who guides, especially someone hired to show people around a place or an institution and offer information and explanation, or to lead them through dangerous terrain.

2

A document or book that offers information or instruction; guidebook.

3

A sign that guides people; guidepost.

4

Any marking or object that catches the eye to provide quick reference.

5

Synonym of legend, a key to symbols, abbreviations, and terms on a map, chart, etc.

6

A blade or channel for directing the flow of water to the buckets in a water wheel.

7

A grooved director for a probe or knife in surgery.

8

A strip or device to direct the compositor's eye to the line of copy being set.

9

A spirit believed to speak through a medium.

10

A member of a group marching in formation who sets the pattern of movement or alignment for the rest.

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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