Pherecratean /ˌfɛɹɪkɹəˈtiːən/noun 2adjective 1forms 1 noun2 •A Pherecratean metre. •A Pherecratean verse.Pherecratean verses are sometimes combined in systems: but much more frequent are Glyconic systems closing with a Pherecratean. — 1861 adjective1 •Consisting of three prosodic feet, normally a spondee, dactyl, and spondee (or trochee), but admitting of some variations.Pherecratean verses are sometimes combined in systems: but much more frequent are Glyconic systems closing with a Pherecratean. — 1861 formsPherecrateans
