lifer

/ˈlaɪfə(ɹ)/noun
High School
1

A prisoner sentenced to life in prison.

2

A prisoner sentenced to transportation for life.

3

A person with a singular career path, especially in the military.

4

A species seen for the first time by a birder or other naturalist who is keeping a list of all the species they have seen.

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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