First Known Use: 1773
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sinfonia
noun sin·fo·nia \ˌsin-fə-ˈnē-ə\
plural sin·fo·nie\-ˈnē-ˌā\
Definition of SINFONIA
1
: an orchestral prelude to a vocal work (as an opera) especially in the 18th century : overture
2
: ritornello 1, symphony 2c
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Origin of SINFONIA
Italian, from Latin symphonia symphony
Rhymes with SINFONIA
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