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rondeau

/rɒndoʊ/ noun · British & US
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What does rondeau mean?

noun

A rondeau is a French poetic form consisting of 13 lines, usually with a specific rhyming scheme. It is characterized by the repetition of certain lines throughout the poem.

Example

"The poet's use of rondeau in her latest collection was a bold move, paying homage to the traditional form while still conveying a modern message."

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