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Noun
Definition: An articulation marking directing that a note or passage of notes are to be played in an abruptly disconnected manner, with each note sounding for a very short duration, and a short break lasting until the sounding of the next note; as opposed to legato. Staccato is indicated by a dot directly above or below the notehead.
Adjective
staccato
disconnected
Definition: (music) marked by or composed of disconnected parts or sounds; cut short crisply; "staccato applause"; "a staccato command"; "staccato notes"
Definition: Describing a passage having this mark.
Adverb
staccato
Definition: separating the notes; in music; "play this staccato, please"
Definition: played in this style