Opera
/ˈɒp.ər.ə/noun
A dramatic work combining music, singing, and often dance.
Did you know?The term 'Opera' emerged from the Renaissance as a revival of classical Greek performances, linking art to the mystical and the divine.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
opus
“a work or labor, often of art or music.”
14th Century
Italian
opera
“works, especially musical compositions.”
17th Century
Italian
opera
“a theatrical work combining music and drama.”
Modern English
English
opera
“a genre of performing arts that integrates music and drama.”