Well-Versed
A state of being familiar with poetics contained in this glossary.
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Welsh-Forms
Stanzas that use the syllabic line. Unlike the English syllabic verse, Welsh-forms are governed by rules concerning the relationship between cesura and accent, and employ rhyme schemes subtler and richer than those in which we are familiar.
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Whimsy or Whimsey
A fantastic or fanciful creation of writing or art.
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Wordsmith
A skillful writer who works with words.
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Wrenched Accent
The forced change in the normal accent of a syllable or syllables to make a word conform to the prevailing metrical patern.
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