vest

/vɛst/noun
Elementary
1

A sleeveless garment that buttons down the front, worn over a shirt, and often as part of a suit; a waistcoat.

2

A sleeveless garment, often with a low-cut neck, usually worn under a shirt or blouse.

3

A sleeveless top, typically with identifying colours or logos, worn by an athlete or member of a sports team.

4

Any sleeveless outer garment, often for a purpose such as identification, safety, or storage.

5

A vestment.

6

Clothing generally; array; garb.

7

A loose robe or outer garment worn historically by men in Arab or Middle Eastern countries.

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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