rim

/ɹɪm/noun
Elementary
1

An edge around something, especially when circular.

2

A wheelrim.

3

A semicircular copydesk.

4

The narrow surface of wine that meets the glass when it is tilted, used in identifying the age, body, etc.

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