singing

/ˈsɪŋɪŋ/noun
RareNot in standard dictionaries
1

The act of using the voice to produce musical sounds; vocalizing.

2

Disclosing information, or giving evidence about another.

3

A gathering for the purpose of singing shape note songs.

4

A ringing sound in the ears.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

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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”)

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Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

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Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

jinxmanxsanksengsinkstingstinkswingsingersingle
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