table

/ˈteɪbl̩/noun
Early Childhood
1

An item of furniture with a flat top surface raised above the ground, usually on one or more legs.

2

The board or table-like furniture on which a game is played, such as snooker, billiards, or draughts.

3

A flat tray which can be used as a table.

4

A supply of food or entertainment.

5

A booth or display at an event such as an exposition or fair.

6

A service of Holy Communion.

7

One half of a backgammon board, which is divided into the inner and outer table.

8

A wide, flat obstacle for a horse to jump over.

9

A group of people at a table, for example, for a meal, meeting or game.

10

The lineup of players at a given table.

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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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