snapper

/ˈsnæpɚ/noun
ElementaryNot in standard dictionaries
1

One who, or that which, snaps.

2

The fish Chrysophrys auratus, especially an adult of the species.

3

Any of the family Lutjanidae of percoid fishes, especially the red snapper.

4

A small bluefish.

5

A (human) baby.

6

The player who snaps the ball to start the play.

7

Small, paper-wrapped item containing a minute quantity of explosive composition coated on small bits of sand, which explodes noisily when thrown onto a hard surface.

8

One who takes snaps; a photographer.

9

The snapping turtle.

10

The green woodpecker, or yaffle (Picus viridis).

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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

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