meow

/miˈaʊ/intj
Early ChildhoodNot in standard dictionaries
1

Used to indicate the cry of a cat.

2

Used in reply to a spiteful or catty comment.

3

Used to express seductiveness, mimicking a growl.

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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