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Fermata

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense:

1. A musical notation indicating that a note or rest is to be prolonged beyond its written value.

Usage:

• The conductor encouraged the orchestra to hold the final note with a fermata.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense:

1. To pause or hold a note or rest longer than its usual duration.

Usage:

• The pianist fermata-ed the last chord, creating a moment of suspense.

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