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intermezzo — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • intermezzo noun A short piece of music or act in the interval of the main spectacle; a theatrical interlude.
  • intermission noun A break between parts of a performance or event.

Senses

intermezzo is used for these senses in English:

  • entr'acte Another performance, such as a piece of music or a dance, during this.
  • intermezzo (music, arts) A short piece of music or act in the interval of the main spectacle; a theatrical interlude.
  • intermission A break, especially between two performances or sessions, such as at a concert, play, seminar, or religious assembly.

intermezzo — full definition

  1. noun A short piece of music or act in the interval of the main spectacle; a theatrical interlude.
  2. noun A palate cleanser; a small snack with a bright light neutral taste; a fruit; a fresh sparkling wine; or a fruity or milky cocktail; that is served between courses in a meal.
  3. noun A tactical move which interrupts the execution of the current plan.

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