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Villanelle

Definition:

A villanelle is a type of 19-line poetry form with a specific rhyme scheme and repetition pattern.

Senses:

Sense 1:

A poetic form consisting of 19 lines divided into five tercets (stanzas of three lines) and one quatrain (a stanza of four lines).

Sense 2:

A style of lyrical poetry that originated in Italy during the Renaissance.

Usage:

Usage 1:

She skillfully crafted a villanelle that captured the essence of a summer sunset.

Usage 2:

The villanelle she wrote for her father's birthday was filled with heartfelt emotions.

Sample Sentences:

1. The villanelle she wrote was like a beautiful musical composition in the form of a poem.

2. The poet's villanelle consisted of repeating lines that added rhythm and depth to the overall piece.

3. The students studied famous villanelles written by renowned poets to better understand the form.

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