gallyambic Meaning, Definition & Usage

Gal`ly*am"bic adjective

Etymology

L. galliambus a song used by the priests of Cybele; Gallus (a name applied to these priests) + iambus

Definitions

1. (Pros.) Consisting of two iambic dimeters catalectic, the last of which lacks the final syllable; -- said of a kind of verse.