Reference meaning
Adonic
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a verse line with a dactyl followed by a spondee or trochee; supposedly used in laments by Adonis
Related source terms
adonic line
Other meanings
2. adjective
or relating to or like Adonis
3. adjective
having a rhythm consisting of a dactyl followed by a spondee or a trochee
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