Definitions

1. noun

A metrical foot consisting of one short syllable followed by two long syllables and one short syllable.

“The poet’s use of iambic and choriambic rhythms added depth to the narrative.”

2. noun

A poetic foot consisting of a long syllable followed by two short syllables and another long syllable.

“The poet’s mastery of choriambus and dactylic hexameter helped her win the poetry contest.”