Incipit
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈɪnsɪpɪt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Incipit is a noun meaning The first few words of a text, especially its first line.
Meaning
The first few words of a text, especially its first line.
More Meanings
- (music) The first few bars of a piece of music.
Word Forms
- incipits
Antonyms for incipit
Common opposites include explicit.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include incipience, opener, beginning, firstling, preface, introit.
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