| Pronunciation: | | di`minyoo'endow
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WordNet Dictionary |
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- [n] (music) a gradual decrease in loudness
- [adj] gradually decreasing in volume
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DIMINUENDO is a 10 letter word that starts with D. |
| | Synonyms: | | decreasing, decrescendo, decrescendo |
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| | See Also: | | softness |
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Webster's 1913 Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | \Di*min`u*en"do\, adv. [It., p. pr. of diminuere to
diminish.] (Mus.)
In a gradually diminishing manner; with abatement of tone;
decrescendo; -- expressed on the staff by Dim., or Dimin., or
the sign.
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