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Costertonia

Definition: A term referring to a type of Italian villa, characterized by its unique design with large open spaces, often featuring a long, narrow front porch and a central courtyard surrounded by high walls and a wide veranda. This style was popular in the 19th century due to its practicality, ease of maintenance, and the ability to accommodate multiple generations within the home.


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Chattertonian

Definition: Chattertonian is a term used to describe a type of musical instrument commonly found in the United States, specifically in the city of Chatterton, Georgia. It was originally designed for use as a percussion instrument but has since been adopted by other musicians and bands. The name "chattertonian" refers to the unique sound it produces when played.


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Terton

Definition: In the context of philosophy, "tether" or "tethering" can be used to describe a system that binds or connects two or more things together. This concept is often associated with the idea of a contract between two parties, where one party obliges the other to perform certain actions or provide goods or services in exchange for their agreement. For example, if a person owes money to another and they agree to pay it back over time, this system can be described as "tether


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Intertonic

Definition: The term "intertonic" refers to a consonant sound that is not part of the musical pitch or register, but rather an articulation between two consonants. In music, it can refer to any consonant sound that does not fall into one of the main categories of note (C major, D major, E major, F major, G major, A minor, or B minor), such as a "half note" or "whole tone." Intertonic sounds are often used


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Intertongue

Definition: Intertongue is a term used in linguistics and communication studies, referring to the phenomenon where two or more speakers of a language simultaneously speak different words. This can occur in situations such as when a speaker speaks a word multiple times, or when two speakers are using an accent or dialect that differs from their native speaking style. Intertongue has been studied extensively by linguists and sociologists, with many studies focusing on the impact of intertongue on language use and communication patterns


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Intertone

Definition: The term "intertone" in music refers to a specific range of pitches within a musical scale, typically between 12 and 20 cents (or 5 and 9 Hz). This range is often used by musicians to create a sense of harmony or balance, as well as to help them identify the pitch of notes that are not already known. Intertones can be found in various scales, but they are most commonly associated with the C major scale in Western music.


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