psalter
/ˈsɔːltə(ɹ)/noun
High School
1
Synonym of Psalms, particularly when printed as a separate work from the Bible.
2
Synonym of breviary, which arranges the Psalms for devotional recitation.
3
Synonym of Book of Common Prayer, which prominently includes the Psalms.
4
A rosary with 150 beads, used for reciting the Psalms in Catholic editions of the Bible.
5
Alternative form of psaltery, a kind of zither as well as the King James translation of certain obscure musical terms in the Old Testament.
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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
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