cantilena

can·ti·le·na

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Definitions of cantilena word

noun cantilena a smooth flowing style in the writing of vocal music 3
noun cantilena a smooth, flowing, lyrical passage of vocal, or sometimes instrumental, music 3
noun cantilena a simple, lyric, melodic passage for voice or instrument. 1
noun cantilena A lyrical vocal or instrumental melody in a composition. 1
noun cantilena (music) a vocal melody or instrumental passage in a smooth, lyrical style. 0

before 1730

One of the 48% newest English words

1730-40; < Italian < Latin cantilēna refrain, perhaps by dissimilation from *cantilēla, derivative of cantus song; see cant1

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 70% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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