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1. fermata

noun. ['fɛrˈmɑːˌtɑː'] (music) a prolongation of unspecified length on a note or chord or rest.

Etymology

  • fermata (Italian)

2. fermata

noun. ['fɛrˈmɑːˌtɑː'] a musical notation (over a note or chord or rest) that indicates it is to be prolonged by an unspecified amount.

Etymology

  • fermata (Italian)