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Overture Definition & Meaning

overture
noun
  1. orchestral music played at the beginning of an opera or oratorio
  2. something that serves as a preceding event or introduces what follows; "training is a necessary preliminary to employment"; "drinks were the overture to dinner"
  3. a tentative suggestion designed to elicit the reactions of others; "she rejected his advances"

"Overture" in song lyrics

See how overture is used in real songs:

  • "Spinalcord curvature cracks over my overture"
    Swollen Members — Battle Axe Experiment Typed by: terrorblademaster@hotmail.com
  • "1812 overture"
    AOL — AOL
  • "www.ebay.comource overture"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "overture"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "overture" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for overture to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does overture mean?
orchestral music played at the beginning of an opera or oratorio something that serves as a preceding event or introduces what follows; "training is a necessary preliminary to employment"; "drinks were the overture to dinner" a tentative suggestion designed to elicit the reactions of others; "she rejected his advances"
What part of speech is overture?
Overture is a noun.
How many definitions does overture have?
Overture has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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