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Definition of: dissonance
(dis′ə·nəns) noun
1. A discordant mingling of sounds; discord.
2. Music A combination of tones regarded as displeasing and requiring resolution.
3. Harsh disagreement; incongruity; discord. Also dis′so·nan·cy.
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