skylight

/ˈskaɪˌlaɪt/noun
Elementary
1

A window, dome, or opening in the roof or ceiling, to admit natural light.

2

Diffuse sky radiation—solar radiation reaching the earth's surface after having been scattered from the direct solar beam by molecules or suspensoids in the atmosphere.

3

A hole in the upper part of a lava tube, yielding a view of the lava within.

4

A region of flat, thin ice allowing a submarine to surface.

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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