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pentameter

 

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Noun pentameter has 1 sense
  1. pentameter - a verse line having five metrical feet
    --1 is a kind of
    verse, verse line

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Pentameter

Noun: Pentameter refers to a line of verse consisting of five metrical feet. It is commonly used in poetry and drama.

Example Sentence: Shakespeare's sonnets are known for their exquisite use of iambic pentameter.

Adjective: Used to describe verse or a line of poetry having five metrical feet.

Example Sentence: The poet skillfully employed pentameter rhythm to enhance the emotional impact of the poem.

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