NOCTURNE


Meaning of NOCTURNE in English

ˈnäkˌtərn, -tə̄n noun

( -s )

Etymology: French, adjective, nocturnal, from Latin nocturnus

1. : a musical night piece ; especially : a dreamy pensive composition for the piano

2. : a painting of a scene at night : night piece

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