magpie

/ˈmæɡˌpaɪ/noun
Middle SchoolNot in standard dictionaries
1

One of several kinds of bird in the family Corvidae, especially Pica pica.

2

A superficially similar Australian bird, Gymnorhina tibicen, in the family Artamidae.

3

Someone who displays a magpie-like quality such as hoarding or stealing objects.

4

A fan or member of Newcastle United F.C.

5

The third circle on a target, between the inner and outer.

6

A halfpenny.

7

A pattern resembling the pied plumage of a magpie.

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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