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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Alternative form of cadence. alt-of, alternative, countable, uncountable
2. 2
   a recurrent rhythmical series wordnet
3. 3
   Any systematic way of distinguishing similar coats of arms belonging to members of the same family. countable, uncountable

Synonyms

All synonyms

beatcadencecadencemeasuremeterrhyme

Etymology

From Latin *cadentia.

Related phrases

coat of arms

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