grounding

/ˈɡɹaʊndɪŋ/noun
Middle School
1

Fundamental knowledge or background in a field or discipline.

2

The return to a fully conscious state after a psychedelic experience.

3

The collision of a ship with ground beneath the surface of the water.

4

The prevention of aircraft takeoff because of government action.

5

The interconnecting metal chassis or frame of a device, appliance, machine, or metal raceway via a designated conductor to earth at the service panel. It may be bare or covered, and does not carry current in normal operation.

6

The absorption of energy through visualized roots descending from oneself into the ground, using chi.

7

The act by which a child is grounded (forbidden from going out, using electronics, etc.).

8

The background of embroidery, etc.

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