signpost
/ˈsaɪnˌpoʊst/noun
Elementary
1
A post bearing a sign that gives information on directions.
2
A word or phrase within a clue that serves as an indicator, rather than being fodder.
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