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Mensural

Definition:

Mensural is an adjective that relates to or is characterized by measurement, especially in terms of time or rhythm.

Senses:

• Sense 1: Pertaining to musical notation.
• Sense 2: Relating to the precise measurement of time or rhythm.

Sample Sentences:

1. Musical notation:

In the field of music theory, mensural notation was widely used during the medieval and Renaissance periods.

Kevin struggles to decipher the complex mensural signs in the ancient sheet music.

2. Measurement of time or rhythm:

Measuring the time intervals between notes in a song is an important aspect of mensural analysis.

The conductor meticulously followed the mensural indications to maintain a steady tempo throughout the performance.

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