referee

/ˌɹɛf.əˈɹiː/noun
Elementary
1

An umpire or judge; an official who makes sure the rules are followed during a game.

2

A person who settles a dispute.

3

A person who writes a letter of reference or provides a reference by phone call for someone. US English: reference.

4

An expert who judges the manuscript of an article or book to decide if it should be published.

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