interlude

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interlude

The orchestra paused for a brief musical interlude.

Definition

  1. Noun:

    • A short performance or piece of music, dance, etc., inserted between the parts of a longer performance: An "interlude" is a brief, often contrasting, segment that provides a break or transition within a larger main event, such as a play, concert, or ceremony.
    • An intervening period of time or episode: An "interlude" can also refer to any intervening time or event that occurs between two more significant periods or activities, often implying a temporary or contrasting nature.

  2. Verb:

    • To perform or serve as an interlude: To act as or provide a short intervening performance or episode.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • The orchestra played a short musical interlude between the acts of the opera.
    • Their romantic holiday in Italy was a delightful interlude in a year filled with hard work.
  • Verb:
    • The guitarist interluded with a brief, melodic solo before the singer returned.
Advanced Usage
  • "Comic interlude": A short, humorous performance or scene inserted into a serious play or event.
    • The play's dark themes were lightened by a brief comic interlude.
  • "An interlude of peace": A temporary period of calm between conflicts.
    • The treaty provided a brief interlude of peace before hostilities resumed.
Variants and Related Words
  • Interludial (adj): Pertaining to or of the nature of an interlude. (Rare)
  • Interluder (n): A performer of an interlude. (Historical/rare)
Synonyms
  • Intermission: A pause or break, especially between acts of a performance.
  • Interval: A period of time between events.
  • Intermezzo: A short connecting instrumental movement in an opera or other musical work.
  • Respite: A short period of rest or relief from something difficult or unpleasant.
Related Phrases
  • To provide an interlude: To offer a short break or contrasting episode.
    • The speaker told a funny story to provide an interlude during the long lecture.
Related Idioms
  • A welcome interlude: A short break that is appreciated.
    • The coffee break was a welcome interlude in the day-long meeting.
interlude

The orchestra paused for a brief musical interlude.

Noun
  1. a brief show (music or dance etc) inserted between the sections of a longer performance
  2. an intervening period or episode
Verb
  1. perform an interlude
    • The guitar player interluded with a beautiful improvisation

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