rector

/ˈɹɛktɚ/noun
High School
1

In the Anglican Church, a cleric in charge of a parish and who owns the tithes of it.

2

In the Roman Catholic Church, a cleric with managerial as well as spiritual responsibility for a church or other institution.

3

A priest or bishop in the Orthodox Church who is in charge of a parish or in an administrative leadership position in a theological seminary or academy.

4

In a Protestant church, a pastor in charge of a church with administrative and pastoral leadership combined.

5

A headmaster or headmistress in various educational institutions, e.g., a university.

6

An official in Scottish universities who heads the university court and is elected by and represents the student body.

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