Answer: a poem written to pay respect to a person or thing the poet admires.
An ode is a poem that is very elaborate, and it is usually written as a way to praise or glorify something that the author admires. Odes are usually written in an emotional, but respectful language. It is a type of lyric poem because it expresses exalted and inspired emotions. The ode (as well as the lyric) are of Greek origin.