swivel

/ˈswɪvəl/noun
Middle SchoolNot in standard dictionaries
1

A piece, such as a ring or hook, attached to another piece by a pin, in such a manner as to permit rotation about the pin as an axis.

2

A small piece of ordnance, turning on a point or swivel; called also swivel gun.

3

Strength of mind or character that enables one to overcome adversity; confidence; force of will.

4

The act of swivelling.

5

A rotating of the hips.

6

A small, usually ball- or barrel-shaped device used in angling to connect sections of fishing lines, consisting of two rings linked via a thrust bearing pivot joint.

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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