See Also: intermezzo(dictionary)

intermezzo (iou)



intermezzo noun. , -zzos. L18.
[Italian formed as INTERMEDIUM. Cf. MEZZO adverb.]
A short light dramatic, musical, or other performance inserted between the acts of a play or (formerly) an opera. L18.
A short connecting instrumental movement in an opera or other musical work; a similar piece performed independently; a short piece for a solo instrument. M19.