First Known Use: circa 1740
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1duet
noun du·et \dü-ˈet also dyü-\
: a piece of music that is performed by two singers or musicians
Full Definition of DUET
: a composition for two performers
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Origin of DUET
Italian duetto, diminutive of duo duo
2duet
verb
du·et·ted or du·et·eddu·et·ting or du·et·ing
Definition of DUET
intransitive verb
: to perform a duet
First Known Use of DUET
1822
Rhymes with DUET
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DUET Defined for Kids
duet
noun du·et \dü-ˈet, dyü-\
Definition of DUET for Kids
1
: a piece of music for two performers
2
: two people performing music together
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