algorithm

/ˈælɡəɹɪðm̩/noun
High SchoolNot in standard dictionaries
1

A collection of ordered steps that solve a mathematical problem. A precise step-by-step plan for a computational procedure that possibly begins with an input value and yields an output value in a finite number of steps.

2

A flowchart illustrating a decision-making process for human users, especially health care professionals.

3

Calculation with Arabic numerals; algorism.

4

software that makes content display determinations on a platform, in totality of effect upon all end users (within a potential audience).

5

the influenced zeitgeist: e.g. what content ends up trending or viral, what persons become a main character or cancelled

6

the actual personalized selections of content seen by specific user(s), the microtargeting to which they are subject

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

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