Dictionary Definitions, Synomyns, Antonyms, and related words for Scansion
Definitions for: Scansion
[n] analysis of verse into metrical patterns
Webster (1913) Definition: Scan"sion, n. [L. scansio, fr. scandere, scansum, to
climb. See Scan.] (Pros.)
The act of scanning; distinguishing the metrical feet of a
verse by emphasis, pauses, or otherwise.