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Meaning of Verse
a line or sequence of lines of poetry
Definitions
- A line or sequence of lines of poetry, typically having a specific form or pattern
- * A section or part of a poem, song, or other piece of writing, typically having a specific character or theme
- * A particular type or form of poetry, such as free verse or blank verse
Etymology of Verse
The word "verse" comes from the Old French word "vers", which is derived from the Latin word "versus", meaning "a line or row" or "a turning", and is related to the Latin word "vertere", meaning "to turn"
The word "verse" has been used in English since the 13th century to refer to a line or sequence of lines of poetry, and has since been extended to refer to other forms of writing and music
Example Uses
- The poet wrote a beautiful verse about the sunset
- * The song has a catchy verse and chorus
- * The Bible is divided into verses and chapters