61+ Words that rhyme with dory

Dory is a 2-syllable word with 61 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are centaury, clearstory, clerestory. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of dory

noun
  1. a small boat of shallow draft with cross thwarts for seats and rowlocks for oars with which it is propelled
  2. pike-like freshwater perches
  3. marine fishes widely distributed in mid-waters and deep slope waters

Examples of "dory" in lyrics

See how dory is used at the end of a line in songs:

  • "The whole story is getting money, and livin' honkey dory"
    Cru — Bubblin'
  • "After me or before me, everything's honky dory"
    Emanon — The Waiting Room
  • "john dory"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

centaury
any of various plants of the genus Centaurium any plant of the genus Centaurea
clearstory
part of an interior wall rising above the adjacent roof with windows admitting light
clerestory
part of an interior wall rising above the adjacent roof with windows admitting light
curie
a unit of radioactivity equal to the amount of a radioactive isotope that decays at the rate of 37,000,000,000
furore
an interest followed with exaggerated zeal; "he always follows the latest fads

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

When using "dory" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like centaury, clearstory, clerestory create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.

Since "dory" has 2 syllables, try matching it with words of similar length for a balanced meter. Multi-syllable rhymes often sound more sophisticated than single-syllable pairs.

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