Meaning & Definition of word "Music"

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    Music

    /ˈmjuːzɪk/

    noun:

    • 1. The art or science of combining vocal or instrumental sounds to produce beauty of form, harmony, and expression of emotion.
      • Example: She plays the piano beautifully and has a passion for classical music.
    • 2. An artistic form of auditory communication that incorporates instrumental or vocal tones in a structured and continuous manner.
      • Example: The festival featured various genres of music from around the world.
    • 3. The sound produced by combining various musical instruments or vocalists.
      • Example: The music at the concert was electrifying and had the crowd on their feet.
    • 4. A composition or performance of music.
      • Example: His latest music album has received rave reviews from critics.
    • 5. The written or printed notation of a musical composition.
      • Example: She studied the music for the symphony carefully before the performance.

    Etymology

    From Middle English, from Old French 'musique', from Latin 'musica', from Greek 'mousikē' (art of the Muses).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    music to my ears:

    A phrase used to indicate that something is pleasing or agreeable.

    play it by ear:

    To act according to the situation rather than a fixed plan.

    face the music:

    To confront the consequences of one's actions.

    Related Words

    musician:

    A person who plays a musical instrument or is musically talented.

    musical:

    Relating to or having the nature of music.

    melody:

    A sequence of notes that is musically satisfying.

    Slang Meanings of music

    Meaning: Bumpin' tunes

    Example Sentence: We were just bumpin' tunes at the party.

    Meaning: Drop the beat

    Example Sentence: The DJ is about to drop the beat for the next track.