D'horace (en. Of horace)

/d‿ɔʁas/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Related to Horace, Latin poet.

The verses of Horace have a particular musicality.

Les vers d'horace ont une musicalité particulière.

Characterized by lightness and elegance.

This poem is Horace's in its form and content.

Ce poème est d'horace par sa forme et son contenu.

Applies to works influenced by Horatian themes.

This essay is Horace's in its analysis of human emotions.

Cet essai est d'horace dans son analyse des émotions humaines.

The term comes from the name of the Roman poet Horace, famous for his odes and satires.

Horace's poetry

Poetry inspired by Horace.

poésie d'horace

Horace's style

Literary style influenced by Horace.

style d'horace

horace

Latin poet from the early Christian era, known for his lyrical works.

horace

ode

Poetic composition that expresses feelings or thoughts.

ode

satire

Literary genre that critiques society and vice.

satira

A refined or sophisticated style in poetry.

This poet has a true Horace style; his way of writing is delicate.

Ce poète a un vrai style d'horace, sa manière d'écrire est délicate.

A work that imitates the great classics.

This book has a Horace aspect; it reminds of the ancient poets.

Ce livre a un côté d'horace, il rappelle les anciens poètes.