skull
/ˈskʌl/noun
ElementaryNot in standard dictionaries
1
The main bones of the head considered as a unit; including the cranium, facial bones, and mandible.
2
These bones as a symbol for death; death's-head.
3
The mind or brain.
4
A crust formed on the ladle, etc. by the partial cooling of molten metal.
5
The crown of the headpiece in armour.
6
A shallow bow-handled basket.
7
The head or master of a college.
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
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