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serenade

n.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˌsɛɹəˈneɪd// UK //sˌɛɹɪnˈeɪd// ser·e·nade

n. a musical performance played for someone you love, usually at night. It is often a romantic way to show your feelings.

n. a musical composition or performance intended to be played or sung at night, typically as a romantic gesture. Often performed on a balcony or in a public space to impress a specific person.


SIMPLE

He played a beautiful serenade for his girlfriend.

CONTEXTUAL

The young violinist gave a romantic serenade to the audience, hoping to win the heart of a local musician.

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Origin

Borrowed from French sérénade, from Italian serenata, from the past participle of serenare, from Latin serenare, from serenus (“calm”), of uncertain origin (see there).

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