intermezzo
Meaning
- A short piece of music or act in the interval of the main spectacle; a theatrical interlude.
- A palate cleanser; a small snack with a bright light neutral taste; a fruit; a fresh sparkling wine; or a fruity or milky cocktail; that is served between courses in a meal.
- A tactical move which interrupts the execution of the current plan.
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Translations
Pronounced as (IPA)
/ɪntəˈmɛtsəʊ/
Etymology
Borrowed from Italian intermezzo. Doublet of intermede and intermedium
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