leitmotiv, leitmotif
(noun) a melodic phrase that accompanies the reappearance of a person or situation (as in Wagner’s operas)
Source: WordNet® 3.1
leitmotif (plural leitmotifs)
(music) A melodic theme associated with a particular character, place, thing or idea in an opera.
A recurring theme.
Source: Wiktionary
Leit"mo*tif", n. Etym: [G.] (Mus.)
Definition: See Leading motive, under Leading, a.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
4 June 2025
(verb) bestow a quality on; “Her presence lends a certain cachet to the company”; “The music added a lot to the play”; “She brings a special atmosphere to our meetings”; “This adds a light note to the program”
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