vessel

/ˈvɛs.əl/noun
Middle School
1

Any craft designed for transportation on or in water, such as a ship, boat, or submarine.

2

A craft designed for transportation through air or space.

3

Dishes and cutlery collectively, especially if made of precious metals.

4

A container of liquid or other substance, such as a glass, goblet, cup, bottle, bowl, or pitcher.

5

A person as a container of qualities or feelings.

6

A tube or canal that carries fluid in an animal or plant.

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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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