lexicon

/ˈlɛk.sɪ.kən/noun
High School
1

The vocabulary of a language.

2

A dictionary that includes or focuses on lexemes.

3

A dictionary of Classical Greek, Hebrew, Latin, or Aramaic.

4

The lexicology of a programming language. (Usually called lexical structure.)

5

Any dictionary.

6

The vocabulary used by or known to an individual. (Also called lexical knowledge.)

7

A set of vocabulary specific to a certain subject.

8

A list thereof.

Thesaurus

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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