canzonet

[ kan-zuh-net ]
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noun
  1. an early polyphonic song of dancelike character.

Origin of canzonet

1
From the Italian word canzonetta, dating back to 1585–95. See canzone, -ette

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How to use canzonet in a sentence

  • Trill a lamenting canzonet beneath it, as a signal, and I will admit you to a stolen interview.'

    The Heroine | Eaton Stannard Barrett
  • The sestina, a very elaborate canzonet, was invented in Provence and borrowed by the Italians.

  • At the sides, a canone and canzonet by Giordani, together with a French and Venetian canzonet, with music.

    History of the Fan | George Woolliscroft Rhead
  • He takes his lute and sings an Italian canzonet which has the desired effect.

    The Standard Cantatas | George P. Upton
  • After supper, besides other songs, I heard a most beautiful canzonet by Jackson, beginning Love in thy eyes.

    The Royal Institution | Bence Jones