adv. & adj.
In a slow tempo, usually slightly faster than largo but slower than adagio. Used chiefly as a direction.
n., pl., -tos.
A larghetto passage or movement.
[Italian, diminutive of largo, largo. See largo.]
larghetto
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Music.
adv. & adj.
In a slow tempo, usually slightly faster than largo but slower than adagio. Used chiefly as a direction.
n., pl., -tos.
A larghetto passage or movement.
adv. & adj.
In a slow tempo, usually slightly faster than largo but slower than adagio. Used chiefly as a direction.
n., pl., -tos.
A larghetto passage or movement.
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Less slow and dignified than Largo.
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The adjective has one meaning:
Meaning #1:
(of tempo) less slow and broad than largo
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