poetry

Definition

  • noun: the writings of a poet
  • noun: metrical writing
  • synonyms: verse, rhyme, poesy

Examples

  • The bookstore holds a 'poetry reading' [=an event in which people read poems that they have written aloud for a group] every Thursday night.

  • He found it easiest to express himself in the language of 'poetry'.

  • He is 'poetry in motion' when he catches and throws the ball.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) I think I may have tracked down another receipt. I can't. I got to go visit Tina in the hospital. - George? - I'm going to a poetry reading... ...with Patrice. First-time poets. It's in a burnt-out building down by the docks. It's supposed to be good. (..)
    1991 TvShow: Seinfeld Title: The Truth Season: 3 Episode 2