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Debussy

duh-BYOO-see

Debussy (name) means a French surname, most famously borne by the composer Claude Debussy. Example: “Debussy's piano pieces are known for their dreamlike, impressionistic sound.”

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A French surname, most famously borne by the composer Claude Debussy.

"Debussy's piano pieces are known for their dreamlike, impressionistic sound."

A crater on the planet Mercury, named in honor of the composer.

"Debussy is one of several craters on Mercury named after artists and musicians."

How to use Debussy

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In plain EnglishMost commonly refers to the French composer Claude Debussy.

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Etymology

A French surname, borrowed into English usage mainly through the fame of the composer.

Origin: French

Rhymes for Debussy

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Debussy” mean?

The word “Debussy” means a French surname, most famously borne by the composer Claude Debussy. In plain terms, most commonly refers to the French composer Claude Debussy.

How do you pronounce “Debussy”?

“Debussy” is pronounced duh-BYOO-see (/dəˈbju.si/ in IPA).

How do you use “Debussy” in a sentence?

Here is “Debussy” used in a sentence: “Debussy's piano pieces are known for their dreamlike, impressionistic sound.”

What part of speech is “Debussy”?

“Debussy” is a name.

Where does the word “Debussy” come from?

The word “Debussy” comes from French. A French surname, borrowed into English usage mainly through the fame of the composer.

How many meanings does “Debussy” have?

“Debussy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a French surname, most famously borne by the composer Claude Debussy.