counterpoint
中文来自 ECDICT
- n.
- 对位法，旋律配合，复调
1词源 1
释义（英文）
名词 Noun
- (music) A melody added to an existing one, especially one added to provide harmony whilst each retains its simultaneous identity; a composition consisting of such contrapuntal melodies.
- Any similar contrasting element in a work of art
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演变路径（由近及远）
- 英语
- 源自 ←古法语 contrepointe
- 源自 ←拉丁语 culcita
词源说明
From Old French contrepointe, a corruption of coultepointe, from Latin culcita puncta, i.e. a stitched pillow or cover. See quilt.
释义（英文）
名词 Noun
- Obsolete form of counterpane.