prowl

/pɹaʊl/verb
Middle School
1

To rove over, through, or about in a stealthy manner; especially, to search in, as for prey or booty.

2

To idle; to go about aimlessly.

3

To collect by plunder.

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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