indicator

/ˈɪn.dɪˌkeɪ.tə(ɹ)/noun
Middle School
1

A pointer or index that indicates something.

2

A meter or gauge.

3

The needle or dial on such a meter.

4

Any of many substances, such as litmus, used to indicate the concentration of a substance, or the degree of a reaction.

5

A plant or animal whose presence is indicative of some specific environment.

6

A measure, such as unemployment rate, which can be used to predict economic trends.

7

A turn signal; each of the flashing lights on each side of a vehicle which indicate a turn is being made to left or right, or a lane change etc.

8

A bird, the honeyguide.

9

A codeword that marks the use of a specific cryptic device.

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