Pindaric ode

noun

, Prosody.

1. an ode consisting of several units, each of which is composed of a strophe and an antistrophe of identical form followed by a contrasting epode.

Pindaric ode

noun

1. a form of ode associated with Pindar consisting of a triple unit or groups of triple units, with a strophe and an antistrophe of identical structure followed by an epode of a different structure Often shortened toPindaric

Word History and Origins

Origin of Pindaric ode¹

First recorded in 1630–40

Example Sentences

The peculiar variation in length of line found in the Pindaric ode belongs almost entirely to lyric poetry.

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In the Pindaric ode, on the contrary, where the foot is more regular, there are great variations in the length of line.

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A mythical narrative, connected in some way with the victor or his city, usually occupies the central part of the Pindaric ode.

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How could a poet have bewailed his loves or losses in the stately structure of the Pindaric ode?

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An appropriate instrument was at hand in the Pindaric ode, the miscreation of a true poet, Cowley.

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