quintuplet
nounUK /kwɪnˈtʌplət/ · CA, US /kwɪnˈtʌplət/
Etymology From quintuple + -et, from Middle French quintuple.
1
A group of five, particularly (music) a tuplet of five notes to be played in the time for four.
2
One of a group of five, particularly babies born from the same mother during the same birth.
3
A cycle adapted for five riders, all of whom can assist in the propulsion.
- Synonyms
- quintet
- Related terms
105 terms
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