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descant

The correct spelling is descant.

How to pronounce descant

noun

IPA: /ˈdɛskænt/

Say it like: Des-can-t

The correct spelling is descant. A lengthy discourse on a subject.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A lengthy discourse on a subject.
  2. 2.A counterpoint melody sung or played above the theme

verb

  1. 1.To discuss at length.
  2. 2.To sing or play a descant.

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