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Definition harmony in American English

harmony noun

noun
/ˈhɑrməni/
1

a situation in which people live and work well with other people, or in a way that does not damage things around them

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racial/social/domestic harmony

Example

He had to ensure that there was harmony between the different organizations.

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tribes living in harmony with nature

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2

musical notes that are sung or played at the same time, making a pleasant sound

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the beautiful harmonies of Mozart's choral works

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The children sang in perfect harmony.

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2.1

the set of notes that is sung or played with the tune

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2.2

the study of the structure of musical chords and of the relationships between them

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3

the attractive effect that is created when objects, colors, etc. combine together well

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4

a feeling that you are happy and your mind and emotions are well balanced

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Definition harmony in American English