lair

/lɛə/noun
Middle School
1

A place inhabited by a wild animal, often a cave or a hole in the ground.

2

A shed or shelter for domestic animals.

3

A place inhabited by a criminal or criminals, a superhero or a supervillain; a refuge, retreat, haven or hideaway.

4

A bed or resting place.

5

A grave; a cemetery plot.

6

A group where pickup artists meet to discuss and practise seduction techniques.

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

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