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I was 16 when I got a scholarship to study classical composition at a conservatory. By that time I had already listened to Scottish folksong with my mother, sung in church choirs, and had sung solo with Benjamin Britten conducting.
Jack Bruce

Meaning of "composition" in the English dictionary

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ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD COMPOSITION

From Old French, from Latin compositus.
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PRONUNCIATION OF COMPOSITION

composition  [ˌkɒmpəˈzɪʃən] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF COMPOSITION

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Composition is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES COMPOSITION MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Definition of composition in the English dictionary

The first definition of composition in the dictionary is the act of putting together or making up by combining parts or ingredients. Other definition of composition is something formed in this manner or the resulting state or quality; a mixture. Composition is also the parts of which something is composed or made up; constitution.


WORDS THAT RHYME WITH COMPOSITION


apposition
ˌæpəˈzɪʃən
deposition
ˌdɛpəˈzɪʃən
disposition
ˌdɪspəˈzɪʃən
electrodeposition
ɪˈlektrəʊˌdepəˈzɪʃən
exposition
ˌɛkspəˈzɪʃən
imposition
ˌɪmpəˈzɪʃən
interposition
ˌɪntəpəˈzɪʃən
juxtaposition
ˌdʒʌkstəpəˈzɪʃən
opposition
ˌɒpəˈzɪʃən
oviposition
ˌəʊvɪpəˈzɪʃən
position
pəˈzɪʃən
predisposition
ˌpriːdɪspəˈzɪʃən
preposition
ˌprɛpəˈzɪʃən
presupposition
ˌpriːsʌpəˈzɪʃən
proposition
ˌprɒpəˈzɪʃən
reposition
ˌriːpəˈzɪʃən
superimposition
ˌsuːpərˌɪmpəˈzɪʃən
superposition
ˌsuːpəpəˈzɪʃən
supposition
ˌsʌpəˈzɪʃən
transposition
ˌtrænspəˈzɪʃən

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE COMPOSITION

composing room
composing stick
composite
composite colour signal
composite motion
composite number
composite photograph
composite school
composite vote
compositely
compositeness
composition of forces
composition rubber
compositional
compositionally
compositive
compositor
compositous
compossibility
compossible

WORDS THAT END LIKE COMPOSITION

accreditation
acquisition
addition
ambition
audition
competition
condition
definition
edition
exhibition
expedition
ignition
in a position
in addition
in mint condition
limited edition
nutrition
recognition
tradition
transition
tuition

Synonyms and antonyms of composition in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

SYNONYMS OF «COMPOSITION»

The following words have a similar or identical meaning as «composition» and belong to the same grammatical category.
synonyms of composition

Translation of «composition» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF COMPOSITION

Find out the translation of composition to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of composition from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «composition» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

构成成分
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

composición
570 millions of speakers

English

composition
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

रचना
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

تَرْكِيب
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

состав
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

composição
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

গঠন
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

composition
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Komposisi
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Komposition
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

構成
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

구성
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Komposisi
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

sự tập hợp
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

கலவை
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

रचना
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

bileşim
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

composizione
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

kompozycja
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

склад
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

compoziție
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

σύνθεση
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

samestelling
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

komposition
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

komposisjon
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of composition

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «COMPOSITION»

The term «composition» is very widely used and occupies the 6.014 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «COMPOSITION» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «composition» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «composition» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about composition

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10 QUOTES WITH «COMPOSITION»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word composition.
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Tadao Ando
When I design buildings, I think of the overall composition, much as the parts of a body would fit together. On top of that, I think about how people will approach the building and experience that space.
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Elizabeth Barrett Browning
At painful times, when composition is impossible and reading is not enough, grammars and dictionaries are excellent for distraction.
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Jack Bruce
I've always had money because of my early success with Cream, so I tell young musicians to aim to write their own material, because owning the composition rights makes a very big difference.
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Jack Bruce
I was 16 when I got a scholarship to study classical composition at a conservatory. By that time I had already listened to Scottish folksong with my mother, sung in church choirs, and had sung solo with Benjamin Britten conducting.
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Jeff Buckley
The Smiths hasn't been equaled. That goes for the composition of the songs, the lyrics, and the performance.
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Ken Burns
I treat the photograph as a work of great complexity in which you can find drama. Add to that a careful composition of landscapes, live photography, the right music and interviews with people, and it becomes a style.
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Wendy Carlos
Composition has almost always been solitary.
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Alejo Carpentier
I studied harmony and composition in a very spontaneous manner.
9
Laura Chinchilla
Women continue receiving less salary for the same kind of job. Women have a higher unemployment rate in our country. When you analyze the composition of poverty, you will find that most of the families in poverty are being run by a woman.
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Helena Christensen
There are particular images that I like. Allegro is composed of a series of still life photographs that has been put to speed. There is so much care that has gone into the composition of the cinematography.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «COMPOSITION»

Discover the use of composition in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to composition and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Mastering Composition: Techniques and Principles to ...
"This effective guide blends clear, visual instruction with 5 step-by-step demonstrations to show you how to plan and paint your best work yet."-p. [4] of cover.
Ian Roberts, 2007
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Dance Composition
In Dance Composition, renowned dance educator Jacqueline M. Smith-Autard provides an accessible and practical guide to creative success in dance making.
Jacqueline Mary Smith-Autard, 2000
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The Everything Music Composition Book with CD: A ...
You will learn: music theory and music's building blocks, including pitch, equal temperament, intervals, time signatures, scales, chords, motives, cadences, melody, harmony, rhythm, counterpoint; how to tell a musical story through mood, ...
Eric Starr, 2009
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Chemical Composition of Everyday Products
"This book analyzes over 100 groups of products, identifying the specific chemical composition of a product, the historical use of the product, how it functions, and any associated environmental and/or human health issues.
John Toedt, Darrell Koza, Kathleen Van Cleef-Toedt, 2005
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CLEP College Composition and College Composition Modular
Plus a review course with focused coverage of topics and test questions. Includes REA's Testware on CD-ROM, with timed practice exams and instant scoring. EARN COLLEGE CREDIT WITH CLEP - GET THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE ON THE MARKET TODAY!
Rachelle Smith, Dominic Marulllo, Ken Springer, 2011
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Body Composition in Sport, Exercise and Health
This is the first book to offer a clear and detailed introduction to the key methods and techniques in body composition analysis and to explain the importance of body composition data in the context of sport, exercise and health.
Arthur D Stewart, Laura Sutton, 2012
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Composition: From Snapshots to Great Shots
Beautifully illustrated with large, vibrant photos, this book teaches you how to take control of your photography to get the image you want every time you pick up the camera.
Laurie S. Excell, 2010
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AP English Language and Composition Crash Course
Whether you're cramming for the test at the last minute, looking for extra review, or want to study on your own in preparation for the exam – this is the study guide every AP English Language & Composition student must have.
Dawn Hogue, 2012
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Handbook of Milk Composition
The Handbook of Milk Composition summarizes current information on all aspects of human and bovine milk, including: sampling, storage, composition, as well as specific chapters on major and minor components such as protein, carbohydrates, ...
Robert G. Jensen, 1995
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Methods and Methodology in Composition Research
In original essays, fourteen nationally known scholars examine the practical, philosophical, and epistemological implications of a variety of research traditions.
Gesa Kirsch, Patricia A. Sullivan, 1992

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «COMPOSITION»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term composition is used in the context of the following news items.
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CDC makes final decision on composition of Thai Senate
BANGKOK: — The Constitution Drafting Committee (CDC) resolved yesterday that 77 senators would be elected and 123 senators indirectly ... «ThaiVisa News, Jul 15»
2
Summit Therapeutics (SMMT) Granted Composition of Matter Patent …
Summit Therapeutics (NASDAQ: SMMT) announces that the European Patent Office ('EPO') has granted a composition of matter patent for the ... «StreetInsider.com, Jul 15»
3
CalSTRS Issues Board Composition Best Practices
A deeper look into what CalSTRS values in board composition, and other aspects of corporate governance, can be found in CalSTRS ... «SYS-CON Media, Jul 15»
4
70 years of computing captured in musical composition
A musical composition comprising the sounds of old computers from the 1940's first digital computer Colossus to early 1980s desktops has ... «E&T magazine, Jul 15»
5
Revealing the chemical composition of e-cigarettes
However, only a handful of studies have analyzed the composition and toxicological profile of these products. In addition to nicotine, ... «News-Medical.net, Jul 15»
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Cassation Court confirms new composition ahead of AMIA ruling
The president of the Federal Cassation Court Juan Carlos Gemignani has revealed the new composition of the panel which will rule on the ... «Buenos Aires Herald, Jul 15»
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AIS: the next level of document composition, workflow and paperless …
DocFusion, the company's flagship product and dynamic document composition solution, provides document generation capability through ... «ITWeb, Jul 15»
8
Kids' brain responses to food depend on their body composition
The results of this study suggest that children's body composition may influence how their brains respond to food, but it likely depends on ... «Medical Xpress, Jul 15»
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Book review: Nusrat — The Voice of Faith - A familiar composition
Although by no means a definitive biography of Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, Pierre-Alain Baud's latest book does make for an engaging read. «The Express Tribune, Jul 15»
10
N.O. film composition taps emotion of survivors
For Terence Blanchard, the devastation of Hurricane Katrina and the flooding of New Orleans are not over. Two weeks ago, Blanchard helped ... «Bayoubuzz, Jul 15»

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