Definitions for: Strophe


[n] one section of a lyric poem or choral ode in classical Greek drama



Webster (1913) Definition: Stro"phe, n.; pl. Strophes. [NL., from Gr. ?, fr. ?
to twist, to turn; perh. akin to E. strap.]
In Greek choruses and dances, the movement of the chorus
while turning from the right to the left of the orchestra;
hence, the strain, or part of the choral ode, sung during
this movement. Also sometimes used of a stanza of modern
verse. See the Note under Antistrophe.

See Also: lyric, lyric poem, stanza

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