English Explanatory Dictionary

toccata

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A piece of music (usually for a keyboard instrument) designed to emphasise the dexterity of the performer.

Pronunciation

/təˈkɑːtə/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-toccata.wav

Word forms

toccata toccatas toccate

Etymology

From Italian toccata.

Related words

toccatella toccatina
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