What is the meaning of Adonic?

noun

  • A verse line with a dactyl followed by a spondee or trochee; supposedly used in laments by Adonis.

adjective

  • Or relating to or like Adonis.
  • Having a rhythm consisting of a dactyl followed by a spondee or a trochee.
    • usage: "the verse of the laments is Adonic"
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