appoggiatura

noun

ap·pog·gia·tu·ra | \ ə-ˌpä-jə-ˈtu̇r-ə

Definition of appoggiatura

: an embellishing note or tone preceding an essential melodic note or tone and usually written as a note of smaller size

Examples of appoggiatura in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Welser-Most adopted a pace that was leisurely but not indulgent, giving the strings time to lean on those heavenly appoggiaturas and showcase the luminous clarity for which the Cleveland Orchestra is renowned. — Zachary Lewis, cleveland, 27 Sep. 2019

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