01 a. In a melodious, flowing style; in a singing style, as opposed to bravura, recitativo, or parlando.
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In a melodious, flowing style; in a singing style, as opposed to bravura, recitativo, or parlando.(Mus.)
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Webster, 1913
Cantabile
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02 n. A piece or passage, whether vocal or instrumental, peculiarly adapted to singing; -- sometimes called cantilena.
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A piece or passage, whether vocal or instrumental, peculiarly adapted to singing; -- sometimes called cantilena.(Mus.) Also: cantilena