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Definition of: etude
(ā′td, -tyd; Fr. ā·tüd′) noun Music
1. composition designed to illustrate some phase of technique.
2. A composition meant to be played for its esthetic effect, but also exemplifying some aspect of technical virtuosity. [<F. See STUDY.]
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