handcuffs

noun
High School
1

A fastening consisting of two metal rings, designed to go around a person's wrists, and connected by a chain or hinge.

2

Any abstract constraint, such as rules, regulations, or lack of resources.

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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