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poetics

nounfemininegeneral usecommon/pu.ɛˈti.kɐ/po·é·ti·ca

Definition

1

The art or technique of composing poetry; the qualities characteristic of poetry.

Usage examples

Aristotle's 'Poetics' is a foundational work of literary theory.
Her writing explores the poetics of memory and loss.

Common combinations

poetic languagepoetic licensepoetic imagery