poesy

Meanings

1. A poem.
2. The art or composition of poetry.
3. The class of literature comprising poems.

1. To write or perform poetry.

Etymology

From Middle English poesie (Middle English po(esie) + -esy), from Middle French poesie, from Late Latin poesia, from earlier poēsis, from Ancient Greek ποίησις (poíēsis). Doublet of poiesis.