vector

/ˈvɛktə/noun
Middle School
1

A directed quantity, one with both magnitude and direction; the signed difference between two points.

2

Any member of a (generalized) vector space.

3

An ordered tuple, originally one representing a directed quantity, but by extension any one-dimensional matrix.

4

A chosen course or direction for motion, as of an aircraft.

5

A kind of dynamically resizable array.

6

A memory address containing the address of a code entry point, usually one which is part of a table and often one that is dereferenced and jumped to during the execution of an interrupt.

7

A graphical representation using outlines; vector graphics.

8

A DNA molecule used to carry genetic information from one organism into another.

9

A person or entity that passes along an urban legend or other meme.

10

A recurring psychosocial issue that stimulates growth and development in the personality.

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