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Meaning of music
The art or science of combining sounds to produce a pleasing or meaningful whole.
Etymology of music
The word "music" comes from Old French "musique", from Latin "musica", from Greek "mousikē" ( tekhnē ), meaning "art of the Muses"
The term has been used in English since the 13th century to refer to the art or science of combining sounds to produce a pleasing or meaningful whole
Synonyms
melody
harmony
tune
song
composition
symphony
orchestra
chorus
refrain
hymn
jingle
ditty
air
strain
lyric
poem
rhythm
beat
measure
tempo
pitch
tone
timbre
cadence
syncopation
meter
rhyme
verse
concerto
sonata
suite
overture
prelude
fugue
canon
etude
nocturne
serenade
cavatina
aria
recitative
cantata
oratorio
opera
musical
soundtrack
score
Definitions
- The art or science of combining sounds, especially of the five natural pitches within an octave, to produce a pleasing or meaningful whole
- * A sound or combination of sounds having a pleasing or harmonious effect
- * The score or composition of a song, piece, or other musical work
Usage Examples
- The concert featured a wide range of music, from classical to jazz
- * She studied music at the conservatory and became a skilled pianist
- * The film's soundtrack was a critical component of its overall impact, with a haunting and evocative music that perfectly complemented the on-screen action