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RHAPSODY

a portion of an epic poem adapted for recitation

The meaning of the word rhapsody is a portion of an epic poem adapted for recitation.

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intimidateto make timid or fearful : frighten
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catharsispurification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art
padrea Christian clergyman
preciseexactly or sharply defined or stated
suckleto give milk to from the breast or udder
solublesusceptible of being dissolved in or as if in a liquid and especially water
attenuateto lessen the amount, force, magnitude, or value of : weaken
illusorybased on or producing illusion : deceptive
doggerelloosely styled and irregular in measure especially for burlesque or comic effect