decrescendo

Definitions

1. An instruction to play gradually more softly.
2. A gradual decrease in volume or loudness of a piece of music.

Equivalents

Examples

“The peace was ended by the sound⟳ of an approaching train⟳, the steady exhaust⟳ beat⟳ that has its own⟳ appeal, and amid a cloud of steam a rebuilt "Scot" burst⟳ from under the bridge at the south end⟳ of the station, and roared past at high speed⟳. A long line of lighted windows flashed past, and then, in decrescendo, the sound⟳ and fury passed northwards.”

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