Definition

A group of six lines of poetry, often forming a stanza in a poem.

Example

The poem's sextain beautifully captured the essence of nature in just six lines.

Conversation

Have you ever tried writing a sextain for your poetry class?

No, I haven't, but I've heard they're challenging yet fun.

Yeah, I think it would be cool to create a six-line poem like that.

Definitely! I’d love to read what you come up with.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Sextain** → It is formed from "sextus" (meaning sixth) and the suffix "-ain" (a variant of the suffix used in poetry to denote a stanza or group). The word "sextain" refers to a stanza or poem consisting of six lines.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sixth' ('sextus') to remember that a 'sextain' is a group of six lines in poetry.

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