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op·er·a1

opera1

 
 
pronunciation:
a p r [or] a pr
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: a dramatic work set to music, with accompaniment by an orchestra.
This very famous opera tells the story of a tragic romance between two impoverished lovers.
similar words:
performance
definition 2: a piece of music written for an opera.
The Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi is famous for his operas.When I turned on the radio, they were playing my favorite opera.
definition 3: such works considered collectively.
His wife loves opera, but he is not a fan himself.
definition 4: (sometimes cap.) the theater where such works are performed.
I haven't been to the opera yet this season.
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