Meaning Of The Word Descant

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descant
countable noun: A descant is a tune which is played or sung above the main tune in a piece of music.

descant in American English
to talk or write at length; comment expansively; discourse (on or upon)
two-part singing in which there is a fixed, known melody and an additional but subordinate melody that is higher in pitch
adjective
intransitive verb: to sing
noun: a melody or counterpoint accompanying a simple musical theme and usually written above it

descant in British English
adjective: of or pertaining to the highest member in common use of a family of musical instruments
noun: a decorative counterpoint added above a basic melody
verb: to compose or perform a descant (for a piece of music)

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