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Topic: Music

barrelhouse

IPA: /ˈbærəlˌhaʊs/

KK: /ˈbɛrəlˌhaʊs/

noun

Definition: A type of bar or saloon that is often considered disreputable, where people drink, dance, and enjoy lively music, especially jazz.

Example: The old barrelhouse down the street was famous for its lively jazz performances.

barytone

IPA: //ˈbɛrɪtoʊn//

KK: /ˈbɛrɪˌtoʊn/

adjective

Definition: Describing a word that has a strong emphasis or pitch on the second-to-last syllable, or in ancient Greek grammar, a word that does not have a special accent on the final syllable.

Example: In linguistics, a barytone word is one that carries its stress on the penultimate syllable.

noun

Definition: A term used in linguistics to describe a word that has a strong emphasis or pitch on the second-to-last syllable, or in music, a type of male singing voice that is lower than tenor but higher than bass.

Example: The word 'banana' is a barytone because the stress is on the second syllable.

bass

IPA: /beɪs/

KK: /bæs/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that has a low or deep sound, often used in music to refer to tones that are lower in pitch.

Example: The bass notes in the song added a rich depth to the music.

noun

Definition: A type of sound or voice that is low in pitch, often associated with deep male singing or certain musical instruments.

Example: The bass in the song added a rich depth to the music.

bassist

IPA: //ˈbeɪsɪst//

KK: /ˈbeɪsɪst/

noun

Definition: A musician who plays a bass instrument, like a double bass or bass guitar.

Example: The bassist in the band played a beautiful solo during the concert.

basso

IPA: /ˈbæsoʊ/

KK: /ˈbæsoʊ/

noun

Definition: A type of singer with a low, deep voice, often found in opera or classical music.

Example: The basso sang beautifully during the opera performance.

bassoon

IPA: //bəˈsuːn//

KK: /bæˈsuːn/

noun

Definition: A musical instrument that is part of the woodwind family, known for its deep, rich sound and played using a double reed. It has a long body and is typically used in orchestras and bands.

Example: The bassoon adds a unique depth to the orchestra's sound.

bassoonist

IPA: //bəˈsuːnɪst//

KK: /bæˈsuːnɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who plays a musical instrument called the bassoon, which is part of the woodwind family and has a double reed.

Example: The bassoonist performed beautifully at the concert last night.

bassy

IPA: /ˈbeɪsi/

KK: /ˈbæsi/

adjective

Definition: Describing a sound that has a strong emphasis on low frequencies, making it deep and rich.

Example: The music sounded very bassy, filling the room with deep vibrations.

battement

IPA: //bæˈtɛmɪnt//

KK: /bæˈtɛmənt/

noun

Definition: A movement in ballet where one leg beats against the other, often involving an extension of the leg.

Example: The dancer performed a beautiful battement during the performance.

beat

IPA: /biːt/

KK: /bit/

adjective

Definition: Feeling very tired or worn out, often due to hard work or stress.

Example: After running the marathon, I felt completely beat and needed to rest.

noun

Definition: A rhythmic unit or pulse in music or poetry, often associated with a stroke or blow that creates sound or serves as a signal.

Example: The drummer kept a steady beat throughout the song.

transitive verb

Definition: To defeat someone in a game or competition, to arrive before someone else, or to make a rhythm with sound.

Example: She managed to beat her opponent in the final match.

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