wishbone

/ˈwɪʃˌboʊn/noun
Elementary
1

A forked bone between the neck and breast of a bird consisting chiefly of the two clavicles fused at their median or lower end, regarded as a lucky charm in some countries.

2

A spar in two parts, between which a sail is hoisted, the wishbone extending its clew.

3

Any sailing vessel rigged with a wishbone.

4

A particular kind of offensive formation. See wishbone formation.

5

A suspension component similar in shape to a chicken wishbone.

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