Heptastich

/ˈhɛptəstɪk/ noun

Definition

A poem or stanza consisting of seven lines.

Etymology

From Greek 'hepta' (seven) + 'stichos' (line of verse), literally meaning 'seven-lined poem.'

Kelly Says

While haikus (5-7-5) and sonnets (14 lines) are famous, heptastichs are the underdog poem form—seven lines hit an interesting balance between brevity and substance!

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