martelé

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A percussive bow stroke, usually produced by holding the bow against the string with pressure, then releasing it explosively to produce a sharp, biting attack with a rest between strokes.

Word forms

martelé martelés

Etymology

French martelé

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