Definition of Crescendo
Crescendo
cre·scen·do


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(noun)
A gradual increase in loudness or intensity, especially in music.

e.g. The orchestra's crescendo at the end of the symphony was breathtaking.

(noun)
the peak or climax of a gradual increase;

e.g. They finally reached the crescendo when the main character died.



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