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palinode

Syllabification: (pal·i·node)
Pronunciation: /ˈpaləˌnōd/

Definition of palinode

noun

  • a poem in which the poet retracts a view or sentiment expressed in a former poem.

Origin:

late 16th century: via Latin from Greek palinōidia, from palin 'again' + ōidē 'song'

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