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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

breve

/brɛv/ noun · British & US
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What does breve mean?

noun

A symbol in music notation indicating a short duration, or a short period of time. In music, it is often used to indicate a short note or a short pause.

Example

"The conductor used a breve to indicate a brief pause in the music."

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