gulf
/ɡʌlf/noun
Elementary
1
A hollow place in the earth; an abyss; a deep chasm or basin.
2
That which swallows; the gullet.
3
That which swallows irretrievably; a whirlpool; a sucking eddy.
4
A portion of an ocean or sea extending into the land; a partially landlocked sea
5
A large deposit of ore in a lode.
6
A wide interval or gap; a separating space.
7
A difference, especially a large difference, between groups.
8
The bottom part of a list of those awarded a degree, for those who have only just passed.
Sound Patterns & Rhymes
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
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