setting

/ˈsɛtɪŋ/noun
High School
1

The time, place and circumstance in which something (such as a story or picture) is set; context; scenario.

2

The act of setting (various senses).

3

A piece of metal in which a precious stone or gem is fixed to form a piece of jewelry.

4

A level or placement to which a knob or control is set.

5

The act of marking the position of game, as a setter does.

6

Hunting with a setter.

7

Something set in, or inserted.

8

A piece of vocal or choral music composed for particular words (set to music).

9

The mounting of a play, etc., for the stage.

10

The direction of a current of wind.

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