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vibrato

/vɪˈbrɑːtoʊ/ noun · British & US
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What does vibrato mean?

noun

A musical effect produced by a repeated slight variation in pitch, often used to add expression to a note or phrase. In music, a vibrato is a slight, rapid variation in pitch, often used to add emotion or expression to a note or phrase.

Example

"The singer's use of vibrato added a rich, emotional quality to the song."

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