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encore

Syllabification: (en·core)
Pronunciation: /ˈänˌkôr/

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Definition of encore

noun

  • a repeated or additional performance of an item at the end of a concert, as called for by an audience.

exclamation

  • called out by an audience at the end of a concert to request an additional performance.

verb

[with object]
  • give or call for a repeated or additional performance of (an item) at the end of a concert.

Origin:

early 18th century: French, literally 'still, again'

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