item
/ˈaɪ.təm/noun
ElementaryNot in standard dictionaries
1
A distinct physical object.
2
An object that can be picked up for later use.
3
A line of text having a legal or other meaning; a separate particular in an account.
4
A question on a test, which may include its answers.
5
A matter for discussion in an agenda.
6
Two people who are having a romantic or sexual relationship with each other.
7
A short article in a newspaper.
8
A hint; an innuendo.
9
Ellipsis of item girl.
Sound Patterns & Rhymes
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
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