zigzag

/ˈzɪɡ.zæɡ/noun
Elementary
1

A line or path that proceeds by sharp turns in alternating directions.

2

One of these sharp turns.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

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