demonstration

/dɛmənˈstɹeɪʃən/noun
Middle SchoolNot in standard dictionaries
1

The act of demonstrating; showing or explaining something.

2

A prisoner's act of beating up another prisoner.

3

An event at which something will be demonstrated.

4

Expression of one's feelings by outward signs.

5

A public display of group opinion, such as a protest march.

6

A show of military force.

7

A proof.

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

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