verse

(noun) literature in metrical form. Synonyms: poetry, poesy.

(noun) a piece of poetry. Synonyms: rhyme.

(noun) a line of metrical text. Synonyms: verse line.

(verb) compose verses or put into verse. Synonyms: versify, poetize, poetise. Example: "He versified the ancient saga."

(verb) familiarize through thorough study or experience. Example: "She versed herself in roman archeology."