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MASCULINE RHYME

(noun)

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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Masculine Rhyme.

Masculine Rhyme - as a noun

A rhyme of but a single stressed syllable, as in disdain, complain.

Example: "In english-language poetry, especially serious verse, masculine rhymes comprise a majority of all rhymes."

Example Sentences

"In poetry, masculine rhyme refers to the rhyming pattern where only the final syllables of the words match, such as 'sky' and 'fly'."
"The poem used a masculine rhyme scheme to create a steady and predictable rhythm."
"The poet intentionally used masculine rhyme to create a sense of stability and order in the poem."
"The use of masculine rhyme in the sonnet emphasized the dominance and strength of the subject matter."
"In this particular poem, the masculine rhyme pattern helped convey a sense of assertiveness and confidence."
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