proper

/ˈpɹɔp.ə/adj
ElementaryNot in standard dictionaries
1

Suited or acceptable to the purpose or circumstances; fit, suitable.

2

Following the established standards of behavior or manners; correct or decorous.

3

Such that the preimage of every compact set is compact.

4

Continuous, mapping closed sets to closed sets, and such that the preimage of every point is compact.

5

Separated, of finite type, and universally closed.

6

Such that unique morphism from the variety to k is proper (as above).

7

Such that every closed ball is compact.

8

Used to designate a particular person, place, or thing. Proper nouns are usually written with an initial capital letter.

9

Pertaining exclusively to a specific thing or person; particular.

10

In the strict sense; within the strict definition or core (of a specified place, taxonomic order, idea, etc).

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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