What is another word for hexameter?
Pronunciation: [hˈɛksɐmˌiːtə] (IPA) 
Hexameter is a poetic meter consisting of six feet or measures, each containing two or three syllables. There are several synonyms for hexameter, including Alexandrine, heroic verse, dactylic hexameter, six-foot verse, and epic meter. Alexandrine is derived from the French word "alexandrin," which means verse borrowed from the Italian. Heroic verse is the traditional name for hexameter when it is used in epic poetry. Dactylic hexameter is another term commonly used in ancient Greek epic poetry. Six-foot verse refers to its six-foot length and is another alternative name for hexameter. Finally, epic meter describes the use of hexameter in epic poetry, which often tells stories of heroic deeds.
