remnant

/ˈɹɛmnənt/noun
Middle School
1

A small portion remaining of a larger thing or group; part of a former whole.

2

The remaining fabric at the end of the bolt.

3

An unsold end of piece goods, as cloth, ribbons, carpets, etc.

4

The passionate, influential minority of radicals in a faction or party.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

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