hint

/hɪnt/noun
Elementary
1

A clue.

2

An implicit suggestion that avoids a direct statement.

3

A small, barely detectable amount.

4

Information in a computer-based font that suggests how the outlines of the font's glyphs should be distorted in order to produce, at specific sizes, a visually appealing pixel-based rendering; an instance of hinting.

5

An instruction to the database engine as to how a query should be executed, for example whether to use an index or not.

6

An opportunity; occasion; fit time.

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

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