noun
poesy
Poesy (noun) means the skill or craft of writing poems.
noun
1
The skill or craft of writing poems.
2
Poems considered together as a form of literature.
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Etymology
Comes from Middle English poesie (Middle English po(esie) plus -esy), from Middle French poesie, from Late Latin poesia, from the earlier poēsis, from Ancient Greek ποίησις (poíēsis). It is a doublet of poiesis.
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What is the meaning of poesy?
"poesy" (noun) means the skill or craft of writing poems.
What is another word for poesy?
Other words for "poesy" include poetry, verse.
What are the different meanings of poesy?
"poesy" has 2 main meanings: 1. The skill or craft of writing poems; 2. Poems considered together as a form of literature.
