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spondee

/ˈspɒndiː/ noun · British & US
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What does spondee mean?

noun

A spondee is a metrical foot in poetry consisting of two stressed syllables together. It is often used for emphasis or to create a strong rhythm.

Example

"The poet used a spondee in the line 'The mighty lion roars' to emphasize the power of the lion."

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