dating
/ˈdeɪt.ɪŋ/noun
Middle School
1
A form of romantic courtship typically between two individuals with the aim of assessing the other's suitability as a partner in an intimate relationship or as a spouse.
2
An estimation of the age of an artifact, biological vestige, linguistic usage, etc.
3
The setting of a date on which an event or transaction is to take place or take effect.
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