Definition

Relating to a type of poetic meter that consists of two feet, which are units of rhythm in a line of verse.

Example

The poem was written in a dipodic meter, giving it a unique rhythmic quality.

Conversation

I was reading a poem today that had a very interesting structure.

Oh really? What kind of structure was it?

It was dipodic, which made it quite unique to read.

That sounds cool! I love when poems play with their form.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dipodic is formed from "di-" (meaning two) and "podus" (from Greek "pous", meaning foot). The term describes something that has two feet or is supported by two legs.

Memory Tip

Think of 'two' ('di-') and 'foot' ('podus') to remember that 'dipodic' refers to something that has two feet.

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