school

/skuːl/noun
Early Childhood
1

An institution dedicated to teaching and learning; an educational institution.

2

An educational institution providing primary and secondary education, prior to tertiary education (college or university).

3

At Eton College, a period or session of teaching.

4

Within a larger educational institution, an organizational unit, such as a department or institute, which is dedicated to a specific subject area.

5

An art movement, a community of artists.

6

The followers of a particular doctrine; a particular way of thinking or particular doctrine; a school of thought.

7

The time during which classes are attended or in session in an educational institution.

8

The room or hall in English universities where the examinations for degrees and honours are held.

9

The canons, precepts, or body of opinion or practice, sanctioned by the authority of a particular class or age.

10

An establishment offering specialized instruction, as for driving, cooking, typing, coding, etc.

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