lashing
/ˈlæʃɪŋ/noun
RareNot in standard dictionaries
1
Something used to tie something or lash it to something.
2
The act of one who, or that which, lashes; castigation, chastisement.
3
The or an act of lashing; a heavy falling or downpour (of rain).
4
Lots; a great amount.
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
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