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1lyric
noun lyr·ic \ˈlir-ik\
: the words of a song
: a poem that expresses deep personal feelings in a way that is like a song : a lyric poem
Full Definition of LYRIC
1
: a lyric composition; specifically : a lyric poem
2
: the words of a song —often used in plural
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First Known Use of LYRIC
1581
Other Music Terms
2lyric
adjective
: expressing deep feelings in a way that is like a song
: writing lyric poetry
of an opera singer : having a light and pure voice
Full Definition of LYRIC
1
a : suitable for singing to the lyre or for being set to music and sung b : of, relating to, or being drama set to music; especially : operatic <lyric stage>
2
3
of an opera singer : having a light voice and a melodic style — compare dramatic
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Origin of LYRIC
Middle French or Latin; Middle French lyrique, from Latin lyricus, from Greek lyrikos, from lyra
First Known Use: 1567
Related to LYRIC
- Synonyms
- euphonious, lyrical, mellifluent, mellifluous, mellow, melodic, melodious, musical
- Antonyms
- unlyrical
LYRIC Defined for Kids
1lyric
noun lyr·ic \ˈlir-ik\
Definition of LYRIC for Kids
1
: the words of a song —often used in pl.
2
: a poem that expresses feelings in a way that is like a song
2lyric
adjective
Definition of LYRIC for Kids
: expressing personal emotion in a way that is like a song <lyric poetry>
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