The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word IMAGISM
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The straight part
We know that "visual poetry" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case visual poetry = imagism.The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does IMAGISM mean?
IMAGISM noun- A form of poetry utilising precise imagery and clear language.
- The theory that thinking is based on the formation of images in the mind.