Ode
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /oʊd/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Ode is a noun meaning A short poetical composition proper to be set to music or sung; a lyric poem; especially, now, a poem characterized by sustained noble sentiment and appropriate dignity of style.
Meaning
A short poetical composition proper to be set to music or sung; a lyric poem; especially, now, a poem characterized by sustained noble sentiment and appropriate dignity of style.
More Meanings
- (slang) An odonate; a dragonfly or damselfly.
Example Sentences
write an ode to someone
Word Forms
- odes
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include canzone, epinicion, paean, sonnet, anthem, homage.
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