Associations to the word «Diminution»

Wiktionary

DIMINUTION, noun. A lessening, decrease or reduction.
DIMINUTION, noun. The act or process of making diminutive.
DIMINUTION, noun. (music) The shortening of the notes of a melody or theme.

Dictionary definition

DIMINUTION, noun. Change toward something smaller or lower.
DIMINUTION, noun. The statement of a theme in notes of lesser duration (usually half the length of the original).
DIMINUTION, noun. The act of decreasing or reducing something.

Wise words

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