hackberry

/ˈhækˌbɛ˞.ɹi/noun
High School
1

Any of several deciduous trees of the genus Celtis, widespread over the Northern Hemisphere, having small fruit.

2

Fruit of these plants.

3

The wood of these plants.

4

A bird cherry, any of species Prunus padus of cherry trees, of Eurasia, or its berry.

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