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downbeat

down·beat [ dówn bt ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
pessimistic: showing or expressing pessimism and hopelessness



noun  (plural down·beats)
Definition:
 
1. first beat in bar: the first beat in a bar of music

2. music conductor's downward gesture: the downward movement made by a conductor to indicate the downbeat of a bar of music

3. music 
Same as  downtempo


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