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quiver

Noun
Pronunciation

Understanding ARPABET Pronunciation

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The pronunciation guide uses the ARPABET phonetic system—the same system used in speech recognition and text-to-speech applications.

Vowel Examples:
AE1 = cat, bat
EH1 = bed, head
IY1 = see, me
OW1 = go, boat
UW1 = boot, do
Stress Numbers:
0 = no stress (unstressed)
1 = primary stress (loud)
2 = secondary stress (medium)
Example:
AH0 TH IY1 N AH0
= a-THEE-na (Athena)

The stressed syllable (marked with 1) is pronounced louder and clearer than others.

Quick Definition

A quiver is a container used to hold arrows, typically worn on the back.

Detailed Definition
In the context of the poem, Cupid's quiver symbolizes his readiness for love and the tools of his trade as the god of desire. The quiver not only holds arrows but also represents the potential for love's impact, as Cupid stakes it in a playful game for kisses. This imagery enhances the playful and competitive nature of love depicted in the poem.
Example
Example in poetry:
"He stakes his quiver, bow, and arrows" archery; enhanced: "He stakes his quiver, bow, and arrows, / His mother's doves..."; Cupid myth; contemporary: "Quiver of emotions"; educational: "Quiver arrow case in classical allusions."
Additional Notes
The term 'quiver' is used to describe Cupid's tool for love, emphasizing the playful stakes in the game he plays.; Found in the poem, Cards and Kisses by John Lyly
Also Known As
arrow case trembling sheath vibrating holder archer's pouch quaver
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