aem bi ənt adjective 1. surrounding or encompassing. The ambient temperature is low enough to affect the operation of computers. 2. of music, characterized by sound and pattern rather than distinct notes…
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coda
ko də noun 1. a passage that brings a musical composition to a conclusion. The entire orchestra plays during the symphony’s forceful coda. 2. any distinct, concluding element. After the movie’s closing…
impromptu
ihm pramp tu adjective thought of, made, or done without plan, preparation, or practice; spontaneous or improvised. Our guest treated us to an impromptu performance at the piano. adverb without advance plan…
ensemble
an sam bəl noun 1. a whole viewed as a collection of its parts. 2. a complete set of clothes designed to be worn together or that go well together. You need…
anemic
ə ni mihk adjective 1. pertaining to or suffering from anemia, a condition resulting from a deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin and characterized by weakness, pallor, and difficulty in breathing….