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gigue

/ʒiːɡ/

/dʒɪɡ/

giguenoun

gigues

/ʒiːɡ/

/dʒɪɡ/

Translations

The musician played a lively gigue at the concert.

Музыкант исполнил живую жигу на концерте.

Additional translations

Definitions

A lively dance originating from the British Isles, typically in compound time, often used as the final movement in a suite.

The orchestra concluded the performance with a spirited gigue that had the audience tapping their feet.

A piece of music composed in the rhythm of this dance.

The pianist played a gigue that showcased her technical skill and lively interpretation.

Synonyms

gigueadjective

more gigue

Comp.

most gigue

Super.

/ʒiːɡ/

/ʒiɡ/

Used attributively to describe something characteristic of a gigue (dance or musical style).

Definitions

Relating to or characteristic of a gigue, especially its lively rhythm or style.

The final movement features a gigue theme that brings the suite to a spirited close.