measure

/ˈmɛʒ.ə/noun
Elementary
1

Moderation, temperance.

2

A limit that cannot be exceeded; a bound. (Now chiefly in set phrases.)

3

An (unspecified) portion or quantity.

4

A receptacle or vessel of a standard size, capacity etc. as used to deal out specific quantities of some substance.

5

A standard against which something can be judged; a criterion.

6

Any of various standard units of capacity.

7

A unit of measurement.

8

The size of someone or something, as ascertained by measuring. (Now chiefly in make to measure.)

9

The act or process of measuring.

10

A ruler, measuring stick, or graduated tape used to take measurements.

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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

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