I. adverb or adjective Etymology: Italian, literally, tied Date: 1801 in a manner that is smooth and connected (as between successive tones), II. noun Date: 1885 a smooth and connected manner of performance (as of music)
LEGATO
Meaning of LEGATO in English
Merriam Webster. Explanatory English dictionary Merriam Webster. Толковый словарь английского языка Мерриам-Уэбстер. 2012