song

/sɒŋ/noun
Early Childhood
1

A musical composition with lyrics for voice or voices, performed by singing.

2

Any musical composition.

3

Poetical composition; poetry; verse.

4

The act or art of singing.

5

A melodious sound made by a bird, insect, whale or other animal.

6

The distinctive sound that a male bird utters to attract a mate or to protect his territory; contrasts with call; also, similar vocalisations made by female birds.

7

A low price, especially one under the expected value; chiefly in for a song.

8

An object of derision; a laughing stock.

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

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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