Refrain (Noun)
Meaning
The part of a song where a soloist is joined by a group of singers.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The chorus of the song was actually a refrain, repeated throughout the composition to add unity and coherence.
- The singer's powerful voice was beautifully complemented by the harmony of the group in the refrain of the hymn.
- The composer wrote the refrain of the song to be sung by the entire choir, creating a rich and layered sound.
- The soloist's haunting melody was given a joyful twist when the refrain kicked in and the other singers joined in.
- The refrain of the national anthem was sung with gusto by the crowd, with thousands of voices joining together in unison.