Gadit

music

Definitions (2)
1nounThe art or science of combining vocal or instrumental sounds to produce beauty of form, harmony, and expression of emotion.
She loves listening to classical music while studying.
The band played live music at the concert.
Music can evoke powerful emotions and memories.
2nounA particular category or genre of music, such as rock, jazz, or classical.
Jazz music is known for its improvisation and swing rhythm.
He enjoys listening to rock music from the s.
Classical music often features orchestras and complex compositions.
Idioms & expressions
face the music, To accept the unpleasant consequences of one's actions.
music to one's ears, Something that is very pleasant or gratifying to hear.
Word Origin
Language
Greek
Original word
mousikē
Word parts
mousa (muse) + -ikē (art of)
Originally meant
art of the Muses
Background
The word 'music' comes from the Greek 'mousikē,' which referred to the art of the Muses, the goddesses of the arts in Greek mythology. It was adopted into Latin as 'musica' and then into Old French, eventually becoming 'music' in English.