sunflower

/ˈsʌn.flaʊ.ə/noun
ElementaryNot in standard dictionaries
1

Any plant of the genus Helianthus, so called probably from the form and color of its floral head, having the form of a large disk surrounded by yellow ray flowers.

2

The commonly cultivated species, Helianthus annuus, a native of America.

3

A bright yellow, like that of the flower petals.

4

Any flat, radially symmetric organic compound, such as coronene.

5

Synonym of worm-star.

6

An Automatic Warning System (AWS) indicator in the driver's cab that is displayed after a driver has acknowledged an audible warning, which consists of a yellow circle enclosing a white circle, with black spokes overlaid.

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Sound Patterns & Rhymes

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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