slack

/slæk/noun
Middle School
1

The part of anything that hangs loose, having no strain upon it.

2

A dip in a surface.

3

In particular, a shallow dell or hollow; a dip in the surface of terrain, such as between hills.

4

A low-lying marsh or a pool, especially a tidal or intermittent one which periodically fills and drains.

5

Unconditional listening attention given by client to patient.

6

Attributive form of slacks (“semi-formal trousers”).

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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