Associations to the word «Duet»

Wiktionary

DUET, noun. (music) A musical composition in two parts, each performed by a single voice (singer, instrument or univoce ensemble).
DUET, noun. A pair or couple, especially one that is harmonious or elegant.
DUET, verb. (intransitive) To perform a duet.
DUET, verb. (intransitive) (zoology) (of male and female pairs) To communicate (warnings, mating calls, etc.) through song.

Dictionary definition

DUET, noun. Two items of the same kind.
DUET, noun. Two performers or singers who perform together.
DUET, noun. A pair who associate with one another; "the engaged couple"; "an inseparable twosome".
DUET, noun. A musical composition for two performers.
DUET, noun. (ballet) a dance for two people (usually a ballerina and a danseur noble).

Wise words

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Alexander Pope