repetend
poetic form
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A repetend is a repeated sound, word, or phrase, specifically a type of refrain. It is a poetic form where a phrase, line, or group of lines is repeated at intervals throughout a poem, often at the end of a stanza. Unlike a regular refrain, a repetend's words are repeated erratically throughout the poem. This technique can be found in various forms of literature, from ancient chants to modern lyrics. The term "repetend" itself comes from the Latin word "repetere," meaning to repeat.12
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