kenning

/ˈkɛnɪŋ/noun
High School
1

Sight, view; specifically a distant view at sea.

2

The range or extent of vision, especially at sea; (by extension) a marine measure of approximately twenty miles.

3

As little as one can discriminate or recognize; a small portion, a little.

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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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