ragweed
/ˈɹæɡˌwid/noun
Middle School
1
A plant of the genus Ambrosia. These weeds are particularly noted for producing pollen that triggers hay fever.
2
A summer cypress, mock cypress (Bassia scoparia).
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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