month

/mʌnθ/noun
Elementary
1

A period into which a year is divided, historically based on the phases of the moon.

2

A period of 30 days, 31 days, or some alternation thereof.

3

A woman's period; menstrual discharge.

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Sound Patterns & Rhymes

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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