Clues for the word "CANTABILE"
We've had 10 crossword clues used for this word, and seen it 8 times in crosswords. It was last seen in Chronicle of Higher Education crossword on March 10, 2017.
Definition of cantabile
- a. - In a melodious, flowing style; in a singing style, as opposed to bravura, recitativo, or parlando.
- n. - A piece or passage, whether vocal or instrumental, peculiarly adapted to singing; -- sometimes called cantilena.
Referring Clues
- Musical direction that means "lyrical" in Italian
- Smooth, musically
- Songlike
- In singing style of Cambridge priest doing a turn
- In a smooth singing style - balance it (anag)
- Melodious, as in singing - balance it (anag)
- Like singing sailor in tin hat
- Score direction asking an instrument to imitate the human voice
- Tin-opener that is gripping top of lid, as in song
- Singingly, in music
Last Seen In
- Chronicle of Higher Education - March 10, 2017
- New York Times - December 06, 2014
- Guardian Cryptic - November 20, 2014
- Guardian Quick - August 30, 2011
- Guardian Quick - January 12, 2010
- New York Times - July 24, 2009
- Guardian Cryptic - July 02, 2008
- Guardian Cryptic - March 26, 2004