English Explanatory Dictionary

metrical foot

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The basic unit of the underlying rhythm of verse.

Pronunciation

LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-metrical foot.wav

Word forms

metrical foot metrical feet

Etymology

Calque of Latin pēs metricus.

Related words

metric foot amphibrach anapest dactyl iamb spondee trochee
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