lick

/lɪk/verb
Early ChildhoodNot in standard dictionaries
1

To stroke with the tongue.

2

To lap; to take in with the tongue.

3

To beat with repeated blows.

4

To defeat decisively, particularly in a fight.

5

To overcome.

6

To perform cunnilingus.

7

To do anything partially.

8

To lap.

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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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