Associations to the word «Leitmotiv»

Wiktionary

LEITMOTIV, noun. Alternative form of leitmotif

Dictionary definition

LEITMOTIV, noun. A melodic phrase that accompanies the reappearance of a person or situation (as in Wagner's operas).

Wise words

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