larceny

/ˈlɑː.sən.i/noun
High School
1

The unlawful taking of personal property as an attempt to deprive the legal owner of it permanently.

2

An individual instance of such a taking.

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

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing