ad libitum
Derived from Latin, 'ad libitum' means 'at one's pleasure' and is used in contexts like music and diet to indicate freedom and spontaneity.
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Definition
C1Music
(technical, academic)Indicating that a section can be performed at the discretion of the performer, often involving improvisation.
Example
- The musician was given the freedom to improvise ad libitum during the concert.
C1Diet
(technical, scientific)Allowing food to be consumed freely, without any restrictions.
Example
- The participants in the study were allowed to eat ad libitum, resulting in varying levels of calorie intake.
C1General Usage
(formal)Done freely or according to one's own desires, without constraint.
Example
- The artist worked ad libitum, creating pieces that were spontaneous and expressive.
Similar
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