constitution

/ˌkɒn.stɪˈtjuː.ʃ(ə)n/noun
Middle School
1

The act, or process of setting something up, or establishing something; the composition or structure of such a thing; its makeup.

2

The formal or informal system of primary principles and laws that regulates a government or other institutions.

3

A legal document describing such a formal system.

4

A document issued by a religious authority serving to promulgate some particular church laws or doctrines.

5

A person's physical makeup or temperament, especially in respect of robustness.

6

The general health of a person.

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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