poetry
poetry definition
po·etry (pō′ə trē)
noun
- the art, theory, or structure of poems
- poems; poetical works
- poetic qualities; the rhythm, feelings, spirit, etc. of poems
- the expression or embodiment of such qualities
Etymology: ME poetrie < OFr < ML poetria < L poeta, poet
Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2009 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
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