hokku

/hoʊkuː/; /hɔːku/

Definitions

1. noun

a short, three-line poem that typically features imagery and suggestion rather than direct statement, originating from Japan.

“The hokku was a beautiful example of Japanese poetry, evoking a sense of serenity and calm.”

Synonyms

  • Japanese poem
  • haiku

Antonyms

  • novel
  • prose