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Flourish

FLUR-ihsh

/ˈflɜːrɪʃ/

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flourish

Dictionary meaning

A short lively tune played on brass instruments.

Examples

  • I wanted to make a dramatic entrance, so I had a band play a flourish as I entered.
  • The magic act entered with a great flourish.

Synonyms: fanfare, tucket

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