rubaiyat

/ˈruːbaɪˌjɑːt/

Definitions

1. noun

A short poem or stanza, typically with four lines and a specific rhyme scheme, originating from Middle Eastern poetry.

“The poet’s collection of rubaiyat was highly acclaimed for its unique blend of Eastern and Western styles.”

Synonyms

  • quatrain
  • stanza

Antonyms

  • narrative
  • novel