Monostich
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /məˈnɒstɪk/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Monostich is a noun meaning A poem having only one line.
Meaning
A poem having only one line.
More Meanings
- Containing a single line of verse.
Example Sentences
Monostich is a self-contained, stand-alone poem consisting of a single line. It is also sometimes referred to as a micro-poem or one-line haiku. The magic of monostich poems lies in their brevity.
The piece is described on the title-page as being written 'chiefly in imitation of Aeschylus,' and in accordance with the Greek model it contains monostich passages, and is furnished with a Chorus and a Messenger.
Word Forms
- monostichs
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include monostrophe, monostrophic, monosemant, monody, monosyllabic, monostely.
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