heir
/ˈɛɚ/noun
Middle School
1
Someone who inherits, or is designated to inherit, the property of another.
2
One who inherits, or has been designated to inherit, a hereditary title or office.
3
A successor in a role, representing continuity with the predecessor.
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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