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hexameter

/ˈhɛksəˌmɛtər/ noun · British & US
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What does hexameter mean?

noun

A type of verse consisting of six feet, especially in classical poetry. It is characterized by a specific pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables.

Example

"The poet's use of hexameter added a sense of grandeur to the epic poem."

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