hero

/ˈhɪə.ɹəʊ/noun
Elementary
1

Somebody who possesses great bravery and carries out extraordinary or noble deeds.

2

A role model.

3

The protagonist in a work of fiction.

4

The current player, especially a hypothetical player for example and didactic purposes. Compare: villain (“any opponent player”). Not to be confused with hero call (“a weak call against a supposed bluff”).

5

A large sandwich made from meats and cheeses.

6

The product chosen from several candidates to be photographed, as in food advertising, or with props used in a movie.

7

The eye-catching top portion of a web page, sometimes including a hero image; the portion above the fold.

8

The standout component of a dish; the part of a dish that should take center stage on the palate.

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