dactylic hexameter

(noun)

A form of meter in poetry or a rhythmic scheme. Traditionally associated with the quantitative meter of classical epic poetry in both Greek and Latin, and consequently considered to be the grand style of classical poetry.

Related Terms

  • Homer
  • phalanx

Examples of dactylic hexameter in the following topics:

  • Classical Greek Poetry and History

    • The Iliad (sometimes referred to as the Song of Ilion or Song of Ilium) is an ancient Greek epic poem in dactylic hexameter.
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