Main Entry: tan·ka Pronunciation: 'tä[ng]-k& Function: noun Etymology: Japanese : an unrhymed Japanese verse form of five lines containing 5, 7, 5, 7, and 7 syllables respectively; also : a poem in this form -- compare HAIKU Centipede Warrior Centipede crawling Bouncing off poison mushrooms Fleas are falling down While I dodge the spider's bite I must defend the forest!From Tater-Dad via the GamerDad.com Forums