contrappunto — meaning in English
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English meaning
- counterpoint noun In music, a melody combined with another to create harmony while each remains distinct.
Senses
contrappunto is used for these senses in English:
- counterpoint (music) A melody added to an existing one, especially one added to provide harmony whilst each retains its simultaneous identity; a composition consisting of such contrapuntal melodies.
counterpoint — full definition
- noun In music, a melody combined with another to create harmony while each remains distinct.
- noun A contrasting idea or element that balances or complements another.