Definitions

1. noun

A metrical foot consisting of two short syllables followed by a long syllable

“The poet used an amphibrach in the final line of her poem to create a sense of rhythm.”

2. noun

A type of poetic meter or verse

“The professor explained the concept of amphibrach to her students and provided examples of its use in literature.”

3. noun

A word or phrase with two short syllables followed by a long syllable

“The amphibrach ‘quickly’ has two short syllables followed by a long one, creating a rhythmic effect when spoken aloud.”