colloquy

/ˈkɒ.lə.kwi/noun
High School
1

A conversation or dialogue.

2

A formal conference.

3

A church court held by certain Reformed denominations.

4

A written discourse.

5

A discussion during a trial in which a judge ensures that the defendant understands what is taking place in the trial and what his or her rights are.

6

A collection of scripted dialogues written as a textbook, or a set of exercises, to help students to practice and improve their Latin or Ancient Greek. See: Colloquy

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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

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