monostrophic

[ mon-uh-strof-ik, -stroh-fik ]
/ ˌmɒn əˈstrɒf ɪk, -ˈstroʊ fɪk /

adjective

consisting of stanzas or strophes all having the same metrical structure.

noun

monostrophics, monostrophic verses.

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decorum
the act of or need for making up one's mind.
dignified propriety of behavior, speech, dress, etc.
a company of singers, especially an organized group employed in church service.
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Origin of monostrophic

From the Greek word monostrophikós, dating back to 1665–75. See monostrophe, -ic

Words nearby monostrophic

monostichous, monostome, monostotic, monostratal, monostrophe, monostrophic, monostylous, monosubstituted, monosyllabic, monosyllabism, monosyllable
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