Meaning of Opera

English Translation from English to English dictionary online for the word Opera

1. 1
   n.

   A drama, either tragic or comic, of which music forms an essential part; a drama wholly or mostly sung, consisting of recitative, arials, choruses, duets, trios, etc., with orchestral accompaniment, preludes, and interludes, together with appropriate costumes, scenery, and action; a lyric drama.

2. 2
   n.

   The score of a musical drama, either written or in print; a play set to music.

3. 3
   n.

   The house where operas are exhibited.

4. 4
   pl.

   of Opus

5. 5
   n.

   A drama, either tragic or comic, of which music forms an essential part; a drama wholly or mostly sung, consisting of recitative, arials, choruses, duets, trios, etc., with orchestral accompaniment, preludes, and interludes, together with appropriate costumes, scenery, and action; a lyric drama.

6. 6
   n.

   The score of a musical drama, either written or in print; a play set to music.

7. 7
   n.

   The house where operas are exhibited.

8. 8
   pl.

   of Opus