ɪ adjective, adverb
1.
at one's pleasure.
2.
Music. not obligatory or indispensable. Abbreviation: ad lib.
Origin:
1695–1705; < Latin
1695–1705; < Latin
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| —adj, —adv | |
| music Often shortened to: ad lib (to be performed) at the performer's discretion | |
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