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To write a Teacup Dictionary, originated by Rose Jones in 2009, select a multisyllable word from the dictionary, which becomes the title of your poem. Additional lines eliminate one syllable per line until there is only one. The final line has the same number of syllables as the title and makes an observation or summary, as described and demonstrated in the following links:

https://www.poetrydances.com/teacup_dictionary.php

https://poetscollective.org/poetryforms/teacup-dictionary/



When centered on the page, the text takes on the shape of a teacup on its saucer.

Let the creativity flow from your soul!
Dave
"The Poet's Place "