double bar

noun

, Music.

a double vertical line on a staff indicating the conclusion of a piece of music or a subdivision of it.

double bar

music a symbol, consisting of two ordinary bar lines or a single heavy one, that marks the end of a composition or a section within it

First recorded in 1665–75

On February 15 of that year he began; on November 19 he ruled the last double-bar and wrote finis.

When over a double bar, indicates where the piece is to be concluded after a repeat.

This is the same use as now made of the double bar in vocal music.

It was a moment of delicate poise, and Rolf knew a touch would open the door or double bar it.

Formerly it was invariably played twice, its termination being followed by a double bar with repetition marks.

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