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verse - Meaning and Examples

Meaning of 'verse' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Verse [ n.]
- A line consisting of a certain number of metrical feet (see Foot, n., 9) disposed according to metrical rules.
- Metrical arrangement and language; that which is composed in metrical form; versification; poetry.
- A short division of any composition.
- A stanza; a stave; as, a hymn of four verses.
- One of the short divisions of the chapters in the Old and New Testaments.
- A portion of an anthem to be performed by a single voice to each part.
- A piece of poetry.
2 . Verse [ v. i.]
- To make verses; to versify.
3 . Verse [ v. t.]
- To tell in verse, or poetry.

Meaning of 'verse' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . verse [ v]
Meaning (1):
- compose verses or put into verse
Example in sentence:
  • He versified the ancient saga
Meaning (2):
- familiarize through thorough study or experience
Example in sentence:
  • She versed herself in Roman archeology