Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or denoting a rhetorical figure in which a word or phrase is repeated at the beginning of successive clauses or lines, typically for effect or emphasis.

“The poet’s use of catacrotic repetition added a sense of rhythm to her poem.”

2. noun

A catacrotic, or a repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses or lines.

“The critic analyzed the poet’s use of catacrotes in her latest collection.”