lyrism

noun

lyr·​ism ˈlir-ˌi-zəm How to pronounce lyrism (audio)

Word History

First Known Use

1859, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of lyrism was in 1859

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Cite this Entry

“Lyrism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lyrism. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

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