Definition of Presto
Presto
pres·to
Definition/Meaning
(interjection)
used as an exclamation to indicate or announce that something has occurred, been done, or appeared suddenly or easily, as if by magic;
e.g. He searched around for a bit and presto! He produced the thing we'd spent hours searching for.
(adverb)
suddenly or immediately, as if by magic;
e.g. She dug around in the bag and presto whipped out a pen with which to sign the document.
(adverb)
briskly or quickly, at a fast tempo, used to direct how music is performed;
e.g. This passage of the composition is to be played presto with short, quick strokes.
(adjective)
quick or brisk, performed at a fast tempo, used to describe music;
e.g. She prepared herself to sing the presto section of the song.
(noun)
a passage or section of music that is performed at a brisk tempo;
e.g. The orchestra played the presto brilliantly, without missing a single note or beat.
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