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Elegy Definition & Meaning

elegy
noun
  1. a mournful poem; a lament for the dead

"Elegy" in song lyrics

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    AOL — AOL
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    AOL — AOL
  • "childhood elegy"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does elegy mean?
a mournful poem; a lament for the dead
What part of speech is elegy?
Elegy is a noun.

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