Definitions

1. noun

any plant of the genus Melica, especially the meadow melica (Melica uniflora), a type of grass

“The meadow was covered in various species of wildflowers, including the melica that bloomed in the late summer.”

2. noun

a type of melodic or poetic phrase

“The poet wove a melica into the narrative, creating a soothing and melancholic atmosphere.”