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Self-ruling Verse

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Self-ruling verse refers to a type of poetry that follows no specific formal pattern or structure. It allows the poet complete freedom in terms of rhyme scheme, meter, and stanza length.

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