Definitions

1. noun

A section or stanza of an ancient Greek poem, typically consisting of a group of verses that form a unit of thought or meaning.

“The poet spent hours studying the stichos of Homer’s epic poem to gain a deeper understanding of its themes and motifs.”

2. noun

In modern poetry, a stichos is a line of verse, especially one that is a unit of a larger poetic form.

“The stichos of the poem was written in a unique font to emphasize its importance in the overall composition.”