poach

/ˈpoʊt͡ʃ/verb
Middle School
1

To cook (something) in simmering or very hot liquid (usually water; sometimes wine, broth, or otherwise).

2

To be cooked in such manner.

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