Nocturne
Pronunciation: /ˈɛnˈɔktˈɝˈneɪ/
Nocturne (noun)
- A musical piece written to suggest the mood of the night, often calm and gentle.
- A religious service held at night in some Christian traditions.
Examples
- The pianist played a nocturne softly in the evening.
- A nocturne can sound calm and reflective at night.