slather
/ˈslæðə(ɹ)/verb
Middle School
1
To spread something thickly on something else; to coat well.
2
To apply generously upon.
3
To squander.
4
To rain.
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