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Alcaic Verse.
Alcaic Verse - as a noun
Verse in the meter used in greek and latin poetry consisting of strophes of 4 tetrametric lines; reputedly invented by alcaeus
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
alcaicExample Sentences
"The poet employed an alcaic verse to express his emotions."
"She wrote a beautiful alcaic verse dedicated to her beloved."
"The alcaic verse consists of five metrical feet."
"In ancient Greece, alcaic verse was often used in odes and hymns."
"The alcaic verse has a specific pattern of long and short syllables."
