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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

polyphonic

/pɒlɪˈfɒnɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does polyphonic mean?

adjective

Having multiple independent melodies sounding simultaneously; relating to or characterized by multiple independent melodies. In music, a polyphonic texture is one in which multiple melodies are interwoven.

Example

"The choir's polyphonic rendition of the hymn was breathtaking."

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