adj

sapphic

Sapphic (adj) means relating to the Greek poetess Sappho from Lesbos or her poetry.

adj

Relating to the Greek poetess Sappho from Lesbos or her poetry.

Of a certain kind of verse reputed to have been invented by Sappho, consisting of five metrical feet, of which the first, fourth, and fifth are trochees, the second is a spondee, and the third a dactyl.

Alternative letter-case form of sapphic.

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Etymology

Sappho (Ancient Greek Σαπφώ (Sapphṓ)) + -ic, whence Latin Sapphicus. Sense related to sexuality alludes to Sappho's poetry discussing love between women (see also lesbian).

Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of sapphic?

"sapphic" (adj) means relating to the Greek poetess Sappho from Lesbos or her poetry.

What are the different meanings of sapphic?

"sapphic" has 3 main meanings: 1. Relating to the Greek poetess Sappho from Lesbos or her poetry; 2. Of a certain kind of verse reputed to have been invented by Sappho, consisting of five metrical feet, of which the first, fourth, and fifth are trochees, the second is a spondee, and the third a dactyl; 3. Alternative letter-case form of sapphic.