ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Nonpolyphonic

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Nonpolyphonic is an adjective meaning Not polyphonic.

Meaning

Not polyphonic.

Example Sentences

This so-called monody or vocal solo accompanied by nonpolyphonic harmony had become the basis of opera.
...should the subsidiary woodwind line receive a separate group, or should we maintain the principle of nonpolyphonic grouping analyses?
For example, a music scenario could consist of a note not belonging to a chord, that is, nonpolyphonic, and with a height set within a certain range.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include nonhomophonic, nonsymphonic, unsymphonic, nonorchestral, nonmonosyllabic, nonpolysyllabic.

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