Meaning & Definition of word "Rhyme"

Rhyme

/raɪm/

1. A correspondence of sound between words or the endings of words, especially when used at the end of lines of poetry.
- Example: The poem was full of perfect rhyme, making it pleasant to read aloud.
2. A word that rhymes with another.
- Example: In the line 'The cat sat on the mat', 'mat' is the rhyme for 'cat'.
3. The repetitive pattern of sounds that may appear in a verse or song.
- Example: The rap artist was known for his clever rhymes that captivated the audience.

1. To have or end with a sound that corresponds to another word.
- Example: The composer decided to rhyme 'star' with 'far' in her lyrics.
2. To create a rhyme or rhymes.
- Example: He loves to rhyme words to make fun poetry for children.

From Middle English 'ryme', from Old French 'rime', from Latin 'rhythmus'

in rhyme:

In a form where the ending sounds match.

rhyming couplet:

Two lines of verse that rhyme and have the same meter.

rhyme scheme:

The pattern of rhymes in a poem.

rhythm:

A strong, regular, repeated pattern of movement or sound.

Meaning: To freestyle rap or create spontaneous rhymes.

Example Sentence: He started to rhyme at the party and impressed everyone.

Meaning: To align closely with someone's thoughts or words.

Example Sentence: I was totally rhyming with her on that topic.