Definitional Literature Poem
Definition: A definitional literature poem is a type of poetry that uses the definition of words or phrases as its structure. It uses the definition format as a way to explore the meaning of words and phrases and to express the poet's thoughts and emotions on the subject matter.
How-to: Dive deep into the meaning of words and phrases. Explore their nuances and express your thoughts and emotions on the subject matter. Challenge yourself to use the structure of definition to convey a deeper meaning in your poetry. Start by choosing a word or phrase that resonates with you and that you find interesting. Research the word's etymology, history, and connotations. Once you have a good understanding of the word, let it instruct you as you begin to write, let the definition format be your structure, and let the word's meaning be the thread that weaves your thoughts and emotions together. The definition is not just a tool for explaining the meaning of a word, but also a means of exploring it and expressing your thoughts and emotions about it. Let the words pull you, let the definition format be your structure, and let your thoughts and emotions be the thread that weaves the poem together.
