Eclogue (noun)

1. A short poem, typically one of a series, on a pastoral or rustic subject.
2. A dialogue or conversation in a play or other literary work that is intended to be spoken in a natural or colloquial manner.

Origin:

The word "eclogue" comes from the latin word "ecloga" which means "a selection" or "a short poem".

Examples:

1. Virgil's Eclogues are a collection of ten short poems, each describing a different aspect of rural life.
2. The play's second act featured an eclogue between two characters, discussing the state of their relationship.
3. The eclogue was written in a simple, unadorned style, reflecting the natural simplicity of the rural setting.
4. The eclogue was a form of poetry that was popular in ancient Greece and Rome.
5. The author's eclogues were known for their evocative descriptions of nature and the lives of rural people.