fytte

/ˈfɪt/ or /ˈfaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A division of a medieval romance or other long narrative poem, typically consisting of a few hundred lines.

“The epic poem was divided into several fyttes, each with its own unique characters and plot developments.”

2. noun

A division of a book, especially of a medieval romance or of a work of fiction that is written in verse and has a loose or narrative structure.

“The old book was divided into several fyttes, each with its own distinct style and tone.”

Synonyms

  • book
  • canto
  • stanza

Antonyms

  • chapter
  • section