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Definition rhyme in British English

rhyme verb

verb
/raɪm/
1

if two words or lines of poetry rhyme, they end with a similar sound

Example

The words 'cat' and 'hat' rhyme.

Example

'Boy' rhymes with 'toy'.

Synonyms and related words
alliteration bard conceit
1.1

to produce rhymes

Example

A new generation of DJs who rap and rhyme has filled the airwaves.

Example

Notice that the poet rhymes 'space' with 'ice'.

Synonyms and related words
alliteration bard conceit
Definition rhyme in British English