Definition: Dirge is a term used in classical and medieval poetry, particularly in the works of Dante Alighieri. It means "long" or "distant," often referring to something that has been lost or forgotten. In this context, it could refer to an event, a person, or a place that was once significant but has since disappeared or is no longer known. The term can also be used metaphorically in literature to represent a long-standing tradition or belief system, as if it had not
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