verse

Definition

  • noun: writing in which words are arranged in a rhythmic pattern
  • noun: a line of metrical writing
  • verb: to make verse
  • synonyms: poetry, versify, versification

Examples

  • He can give 'chapter and verse' about/on the dangers of smoking.

  • The second 'verse' is sung the same way as the first.

  • the 'blank verse' of Shakespeare and Milton

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) - Who? - Your sister. Well, things sure have a way of working out smoothly. You get it. That's just the first verse. ♪ (..)
    2014 The Lego Movie