poesy

Meaning

Noun

1. A poem.
2. The art or composition of poetry.
3. The class of literature comprising poems.

Verb

To write or perform poetry.

Synonyms

poetry

verse

Psalms

rhyme

rime

versification

making

historical fiction

poem

Pronounced as (IPA)

/ˈpəʊɪzi/

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English: poesie

In summary

From Middle English poesie, from Middle French poesie, from Late Latin poesia, from earlier poēsis, from Ancient Greek ποίησις (poíēsis). Doublet of poiesis.