odd

/ɒd/adj
Elementary
1

Differing from what is usual, ordinary or expected.

2

Peculiar, singular and strange in looks or character; eccentric, bizarre.

3

Without a corresponding mate in a pair or set; unmatched; (of a pair or set) mismatched.

4

Left over, remaining after the rest have been paired or grouped.

5

Left over or remaining (as a small amount) after counting, payment, etc.

6

Scattered; occasional, infrequent; not forming part of a set or pattern.

7

Not regular or planned.

8

Used or employed for odd jobs.

9

Numerically indivisible by two.

10

Numbered with an odd number.

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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