harvest

/ˈhɑɹ.vəst/noun
Elementary
1

The process of gathering the ripened crop; harvesting.

2

The yield of harvesting, i.e., the gathered crops or fruits.

3

The product or result of any exertion or course of action; reward or consequences.

4

The season of gathering ripened crops; specifically, the time of reaping and gathering grain.

5

The third season of the year; autumn; fall.

6

A modern pagan ceremony held on or around the autumn equinox, which is in the harvesting season.

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

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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