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Cadent Definition & Meaning

cadent
adjective
  1. marked by a rhythmical cadence; "the cadenced crunch of marching feet"

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What does cadent mean?
marked by a rhythmical cadence; "the cadenced crunch of marching feet"
What part of speech is cadent?
Cadent is an adjective.

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