extrametric

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Of a rhythm which is irregular, (which is) outside of the metric structure of the surrounding composition.
  2. Which is outside of the metre of a line or poem.

Word forms

extrametric

Etymology

From extra- + metric.

Derived words

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