tombstone

/ˈtuːmstəʊn/noun
ElementaryNot in standard dictionaries
1

A grave marker, a stone slab or similar object marking a person's grave.

2

The symbol "∎" marking the end of a proof.

3

A marker that takes the place of deleted data, allowing for replication of the deletion across servers etc.

4

A crashdump.

5

An unusual morphological feature on an electrocardiogram indicative of acute myocardial infarction, characterized by a massive ST elevation.

6

A printed advertisement in a newspaper or magazine, typically having unadorned centered text in black and white, enclosed in a simple box.

7

A museum plaque or caption displaying information about a work of art or exhibited object.

8

A pawnbroker's ticket.

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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