idiom

/ˈɪdiəm/noun
High School
1

A manner of speaking, a mode of expression peculiar to a language, language family, or group of people.

2

A programming construct or phraseology that is characteristic of the language.

3

A language or language variety; specifically, a restricted dialect used in a given historical period, context etc.

4

An established phrasal expression whose meaning may not be deducible from the literal meanings of its component words.

5

An artistic style (for example, in art, architecture, or music); an instance of such a style.

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