hunchback

/ˈhʌnt͡ʃbæk/noun
Elementary
1

One who is stooped or hunched over.

2

A deformed upper spinal column in the shape of a hump in the back.

3

A person with kyphosis, a spinal deformity that causes a hunched over appearance.

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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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