latitude

/ˈlætɪtjuːd/noun
Middle School
1

The angular distance north or south from a planet's equator, measured along the meridian of that particular point.

2

An imaginary line (in the form of a circumference) around a planet running parallel to the planet's equator.

3

The relative freedom from restrictions; scope to do something.

4

The angular distance of a heavenly body from the ecliptic.

5

The extent to which a light-sensitive material can be over- or underexposed and still achieve an acceptable result.

6

Extent or scope; e.g. breadth, width or amplitude.

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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”)

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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