temple

/ˈtɛm.pl̩/noun
Elementary
1

A house of worship dedicated to a polytheistic faith.

2

Synonym of synagogue, especially a non-Orthodox synagogue.

3

As opposed to an LDS meetinghouse, a church closed to non-Mormons and necessary for particular rituals.

4

A meeting house of the Oddfellows fraternity; its members.

5

Any place regarded as holding a religious presence.

6

Any place seen as an important centre for some activity.

7

Anything regarded as important or minutely cared for.

8

A gesture wherein the forefingers are outstretched and touch pad to pad while the other fingers are clasped together.

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