labour

/ˈleɪ.bə/noun
Middle School
1

An effort expended on a particular task; toil, work.

2

That which requires hard work for its accomplishment; that which demands effort.

3

Workers in general; the working class, the workforce; sometimes specifically the labour movement, organised labour.

4

A political party or force aiming or claiming to represent the interests of labour.

5

The act or process of a mother giving birth.

6

The time period during which a mother gives birth.

7

The pitching or tossing of a vessel which results in the straining of timbers and rigging.

8

A traditional unit of area in Mexico and Texas, equivalent to 177.1 acres or 71.67 ha.

9

A group of moles.

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