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sharp


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verb

Definition of SHARP

transitive verb
: to raise (as a musical tone) in pitch; especially : to raise in pitch by a half step
intransitive verb
: to sing or play above the proper pitch

First Known Use of SHARP

1662

Other Music Terms

cacophony, chorister, concerto, counterpoint, madrigal, obbligato, presto, presto, refrain, riff, segue

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