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Counterpoint - What does it mean?

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is likely misspelled.


has no English definition.

As a noun counterpoint

is a melody added to an existing one, especially one added to provide harmony whilst each retains its simultaneous identity; a composition consisting of such contrapuntal melodies.

As a verb counterpoint

is to compose or arrange such music.

counterpoint

English

Noun

(wikipedia counterpoint) (en noun)
  • (music) a melody added to an existing one, especially one added to provide harmony whilst each retains its simultaneous identity; a composition consisting of such contrapuntal melodies
  • any similar contrasting element in a work of art
  • An opposite point.

    • Synonyms

    * contrapuntal music * polyphony

    Verb

    (en verb)
  • to compose or arrange such music

    • Not English

    has no English definition. It may be misspelled.