Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rubaiyat
noun
roo-bah-yat
Definition
A collection of quatrains (four-line poems), often associated with the Persian poet Omar Khayyam.
Examples
- Many readers enjoy the profound reflections found in the rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam.
- The rubaiyat often explores themes of love, fate, and the passage of time.
Meaning
The term ‘rubaiyat’ refers to a specific form of poetry made up of quatrains, typically expressing philosophical or introspective thoughts.
Synonyms
- quatrain
- poem
- verse
