Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A French composer: Clément Philibert Léo Delibes was a French composer, primarily known for his contributions to ballet and opera music in the 19th century.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The ballet "Coppélia" is the most famous work by Clément Philibert Léo Delibes.
  • The opera "Lakmé" contains the famous "Flower Duet," composed by Léo Delibes.

Advanced Usage

• The name is often shortened to Léo Delibes in common musical references.
  • The score for "Sylvia" was written by Léo Delibes.

Variants and Related Words

• Delibes (n): The shortened, most commonly used form of the composer's surname.
  • Scholars study the orchestration techniques of Delibes.

Synonyms

• Composer: A person who writes music.
• Musician: A person who is skilled in music, especially as a profession.

Noun

1. French composer of operas (1836-1891)