system

/ˈsɪstəm/noun
Middle School
1

A group or set of related things that operate together as a complex whole.

2

A set of hardware and software operating in a computer.

3

A set of equations involving the same variables, which are to be solved simultaneously.

4

A set of staves linked by a brace that indicate instruments or sounds that are to be played simultaneously.

5

A set of body organs having a particular function.

6

A set of alters of a person, or the multiple (“an individual with multiple personalities”) who contains them.

7

A system in which two or more objects are bound to each other by gravity.

8

A comprehensive and logically organized set of propositions or philosophical beliefs.

9

The mainstream culture, controlled by the elites or government of a state, or a combination of them, seen as oppressive to the individual.

10

A set of rules for a tabletop roleplaying game.

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

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