Definitions

1. noun

A type of medieval poem, typically consisting of rhyming couplets with a specific rhyme scheme.

“The historian studied the camestres of the 14th century to gain insight into the culture and poetry of the time.”

2. noun

A unit of measurement, typically 1/4 of a mark or 1/4 of a quarter of an inch.

“The printer used a camestres to ensure the precise alignment of the text on the page.”