three-quarter time
The term "three-quarter time" can refer to both a musical time signature and a specific period in sports matches.
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Definition
B2Music
(technical)A time signature where each measure contains three quarter notes or their equivalent.
Example
- The waltz is often written in three-quarter time.
B1Sports
(informal)The break between the third and fourth quarters of a game.
Example
- The coach gave a motivating speech during three-quarter time.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "three-quarter time":
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