Meaning & Definition of word "Verse"
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Verse
/vɜːrs/
noun:
- 1. A single line of poetry or a particular section of a poem.
- Example: She wrote a beautiful verse that captured the essence of summer.
- 2. A stanza in a poem or a part of a song.
- Example: The song's first verse is very catchy and sets the tone for the rest of the piece.
- 3. Any line of writing that is composed in a rhythmic or metrical form.
- Example: The poet is known for his ability to weave complex themes into a few short verses.
verb:
- 1. To compose in verses; to write poetry.
- Example: He decided to verse his thoughts on love and loss into a collection of poems.
Etymology
Middle English, from Old French 'vers', from Latin 'versus', meaning 'to turn'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
verse of a song:
The part of a song that is often sung between the chorus.
poetic verse:
A genre of writing that uses rhythm and meter.
biblical verse:
A specific line from a biblical text.
Related Words
poetry:
A literary work that expresses emotions, experiences, and ideas in a rhythmic manner.
rhyme:
The correspondence of sounds between words, often used in verses.
stanza:
A grouped set of lines in a poem, often separated by a space.
Slang Meanings of verse
Meaning: Lines in rap music or lyrical content.
Example Sentence: He dropped some sick verses in his latest track.
Meaning: A segment or feature in a text, often used informally.
Example Sentence: Check out the verse in this new book!