Open structures in poetry

Definition

Open structures in poetry refer to poetic forms that do not follow strict rules or patterns. Poets have more freedom to experiment with line breaks, stanza lengths, and other elements of form.

Related terms

Free verse: Poetry that does not follow any specific rhyme scheme or meter.

Enjambment:

When a sentence or phrase continues from one line of poetry to the next without punctuation.

Ode:

A type of poem that expresses admiration or celebration for a person, place, thing, or idea.