hexastichy

/hɛksˈæstɪki/

Definitions

1. noun

A stanza or verse consisting of six lines.

“The poem’s final stanza was an example of hexastichy, a poetic form that many artists have used for inspiration.”

2. noun

A poetic form consisting of six lines, often used in combination with other forms.

“The poet’s collection of poems showcased her mastery of various forms, including hexastichy and tercets.”

Synonyms

  • six-line stanza
  • six-line verse

Antonyms

  • monostich
  • one-line stanza