extent

/ɪkˈstɛnt/noun
Middle School
1

A range of values or locations.

2

The space, area, volume, point, or abstract location, to which something extends.

3

A contiguous area of storage in a file system.

4

The valuation of property.

5

A writ directing the sheriff to seize the property of a debtor, for the recovery of debts of record due to the Crown.

6

A former tent

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