compositie

Dutch (Brabantic)

/kɔm.poːˈzi.(t)si/

noun
Definitions
  • The composition (general) makeup of something, notably in terms of components such as ingredients; especially a (metallic) alloy
  • A musical composition, piece written by a composer
  • An artistic composition, arrangement as of figures in a scene, colors on a canvas etc.
  • (obsolete) treaty, contract, settlement

Etymology

Inherited from Middle Dutch composicie derived from Middle French composition derived from Old French composicion derived from Latin compositiō (composition, arrangement) borrowed from French composition.

Origin

French

composition

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