virtuosity
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tʃuˈɒs
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virtuoso (ˌvɜːtjʊˈəʊzəʊ, -səʊ) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n , pl -sos, -si | |
| 1. | a consummate master of musical technique and artistry |
| 2. | a person who has a masterly or dazzling skill or technique in any field of activity |
| 3. | a connoisseur, dilettante, or collector of art objects |
| 4. | obsolete a scholar or savant |
| 5. | (modifier) showing masterly skill or brilliance: a virtuoso performance |
| [C17: from Italian: skilled, from Late Latin virtuōsus good, virtuous; see | |
| virtuosic | |
| —adj | |
| virtu'osity | |
| —n | |
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Example sentences
It is the ultimate tribute to technique, skill and virtuosity.
Their excellent vocal harmonies and instrumental virtuosity make their performances innovative and unforgettable.
One breathtaking central sequence is a breakthrough in expressive virtuosity.
On the runway, inspired feats of virtuosity are all too often quickly forgotten by blasé audiences rushing to the next show.
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