counterpoint

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Noun 1.2.1 Synonyms 1.2.2 Translations 1.3 Verb 1.3.1 Translations

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[edit] Etymology

From counter- +‎ point.

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counterpoint (plural counterpoints)

1. (music) a melody added to an existing one, especially one added to provide harmony whilst each retains its simultaneous identity; a composition consisting of such contrapuntal melodies
2. any similar contrasting element in a work of art

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• contrapuntal music
• polyphony

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to counterpoint (third-person singular simple present counterpoints, present participle counterpointing, simple past and past participle counterpointed)

1. (transitive) to compose or arrange such music

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