teacup

/ˈtiː.kʌp/noun
Elementary
1

A small cup, usually with a handle, commonly used for drinking tea; normally sits in a saucer as part of a tea set.

2

A unit of measure; a teacupful.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

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Alliteration

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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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