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Meaning of Stanza
a group of lines in a poem, forming a unit or section within the poem
Definitions
- A section of a poem, typically consisting of four or more lines that form a unit or pattern
- * A group of lines in a poem, usually four or eight in number, that form a unit or section within the poem
Etymology of Stanza
The word "stanza" originates from the Italian language, where it means "room"
It was first used in English in the 16th century to describe a room or chamber, and later developed to describe a section or unit of a poem
The word is derived from the Latin word "stare", meaning "to stand", and the suffix "-anza", which is a noun-forming suffix
Example Uses
- The poem consists of five stanzas, each with a unique rhyme scheme
- * The song has a catchy melody and a repetitive stanza that sticks in your head
- * The poet carefully crafted each stanza to convey a specific emotion or idea