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pizzicato

 

Definitions from WordNet

Adjective pizzicato has 1 sense
  1. pizzicato - (of instruments in the violin family) to be plucked with the finger
    Antonym:
    bowed (indirect, via plucked)

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Pizzicato

Noun

Sense 1: A technique in music

Definition: In music, pizzicato is a technique where the strings of a stringed instrument, such as a violin or a guitar, are plucked or strummed with the fingers instead of being played with a bow.

Example Sentence: The violinist played a beautiful pizzicato passage in the concerto.

Adjective

Sense 1: Performed with plucking

Definition: Describing a musical passage or piece of music performed by plucking the strings of a stringed instrument instead of using a bow.

Example Sentence: The orchestra added a pizzicato section to give a playful touch to the symphony.

Adverb

Sense 1: With plucking action

Definition: Expressing the act of playing a stringed instrument with a plucking action rather than using a bow.

Example Sentence: The guitarist strummed the guitar pizzicato, creating a rhythmic effect.

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