01 n. The art of composing poems; poetical skill or faculty; as, the heavenly gift of poesy.
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The art of composing poems; poetical skill or faculty; as, the heavenly gift of poesy.
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Poetry; metrical composition; poems.“Music and poesy used to quicken you.” — Shak.
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A short conceit or motto engraved on a ring or other thing; a posy.