music — sounds that are arranged in a way that is pleasant or exciting to listen to
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: sounds that are arranged in a way that is pleasant or exciting to listen to
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmjuːzɪk/
Example Sentences
- My neighbor plays loud music at 3 AM - I think he's training to become a professional insomniac.
- She studied music in college and now works as a music therapist.
- The elevator music was so boring that even the elevator wanted to take the stairs.
music
NOUN[/ˈmjuːzɪk/]
sounds that are arranged in a way that is pleasant or exciting to listen to
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word 'music' originates from ancient Greek mousike, derived from Mousai, the nine goddesses of the arts in Greek mythology. These muses presided over poetry, dance, and music, and their name became the etymological root for the modern English term.
Breakdown
Greek mousike (art of the Muses) → Latin musica → Old French musique → English music. The Greek root derives from Mousai (the Muses), the divine patrons of artistic and intellectual endeavors.
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📝Examples
“My neighbor plays loud music at 3 AM - I think he's training to become a professional insomniac.”
“She studied music in college and now works as a music therapist.”
“The elevator music was so boring that even the elevator wanted to take the stairs.”
“Turn down the music, please. It's too loud.”
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