Michael Symmons Roberts: Poems Glossary

Michael Symmons Roberts: Poems Glossary

Liberated

free from cares, worries, and oppression

roman-candle arcs

The shape and nature of light emitted from a firework burst

self-appointed

Assuming a role without being asked or invited to by others.

Ether

The imaginary space between time, existence, and humans

float-glass river

The appearance of river or lake water late at night, when time is suspended

Busker

A person who performs music or a trade in a public space for monetary donations

flesh-ghosts

Drunken and celebratory partygoers

Hiatus

A break or gap in time/existence.

Linger

To remain in one place longer than necessary or longer than would be expected.

tyre-testers

A skilled worker who will test the safety and tread of car tires.

Helix

The shape of a strand of DNA

vista

a pleasant or beautiful view

Finite

to be limited or have bounds

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