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Definition counterpoint in American English

counterpoint noun

noun
/ˈkaʊntərˌpɔɪnt/
1

two or more tunes that are played together to sound like one tune

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2

something that produces a different effect from something else, especially in an interesting or attractive way

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Definition counterpoint in American English