About The Word Melisma
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Melisma
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What's The Definition Of Melisma?Synonyms | Synonyms for Melisma: Related Terms | Find terms related to Melisma: See Also | Melisma In Webster's Dictionary \Me*lis"ma\, n.; pl. {Melismata}. [NL., fr. Gr. ? a
song.] (Mus.)
(a) A piece of melody; a song or tune, -- as opposed to
{recitative} or musical declamation.
(b) A grace or embellishment.
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