dedication

/ˌdɛdɪˈkeɪʃən/noun
Middle School
1

The act of dedicating or the state of being dedicated.

2

A note addressed to a patron or friend, prefixed to a work of art as a token of respect, esteem, or affection.

3

The event, or the ceremony celebrating it, marking an official completion, opening, or beginning.

4

The deliberate or negligent surrender of all rights to property.

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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