conference

/ˈkɒn.f(ə.)ɹəns/noun
Middle School
1

The act of consulting together formally; serious conversation or discussion; interchange of views.

2

The act of comparing two or more things together; comparison.

3

A multilateral diplomatic negotiation.

4

A formal event where scientists or other scholars present their research results in speeches, workshops, posters or by other means.

5

An event organized by a for-profit or non-profit organization to discuss a pressing issue, such as a new product, market trend or government regulation, with a range of speakers.

6

A group of sports teams that play each other on a regular basis.

7

A constituent tournament of a sports league in a given season.

8

A stated meeting of preachers and others, invested with authority to take cognizance of ecclesiastical matters.

9

A voluntary association of Congregational churches of a district; the district in which such churches are.

10

A talk or lecture, (Catholicism) especially when given as part of a retreat.

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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