What's the difference between acatalectic and catalectic?

Acatalectic


Definition:

  • (a.) Not defective; complete; as, an acatalectic verse.
  • (n.) A verse which has the complete number of feet and syllables.

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Catalectic


Definition:

  • (a.) Wanting a syllable at the end, or terminating in an imperfect foot; as, a catalectic verse.
  • (a.) Incomplete; partial; not affecting the whole of a substance.

Example Sentences:

  • (1) May our canteens be festooned with canticles, our shoeshops filled with catalectic feet.

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