Metrical unit
Metrical unit noun - (prosody) a group of 2 or 3 syllables forming the basic unit of poetic rhythm.
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Synonyms for Metrical unit
Metrical foot is a synonym for metrical unit. In some cases you can use "Metrical foot" instead a noun phrase "Metrical unit".
Metrical foot
Metrical foot noun - (prosody) a group of 2 or 3 syllables forming the basic unit of poetic rhythm.
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Synonyms for Metrical foot
Metrical unit is a synonym for metrical foot. You can use "Metrical unit" instead a noun phrase "Metrical foot".
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