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Medley: meaning, definitions and examples

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medley

 

[ หˆmษ›dli ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

music

A medley is a piece of music that is made up of a series of tunes or songs played or sung one after the other.

Synonyms

mixture, potpourri, selection.

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Word Description / Examples
medley

Use in musical or artistic contexts when referring to a collection of songs, tunes, or styles blended together. Also applicable in sports for referring to a combination of different events or activities.

  • The band performed a medley of their greatest hits.
  • He won a gold medal in the 200-meter individual medley event.
potpourri

Use when referring to a fragrant mixture of dried petals and spices in households for scent. Can also be used metaphorically to refer to a diverse or miscellaneous collection of items or ideas.

  • She keeps a bowl of potpourri in the living room to make the house smell nice.
  • The book is a potpourri of short stories, poems, and essays.
mixture

Use when referring to a combination of different substances or elements blended together physically, not chemically. It can be used in cooking, science, or general contexts.

  • The recipe calls for a mixture of flour, sugar, and eggs.
  • The atmosphere is a mixture of various gases.
selection

Use when referring to a carefully chosen set of items or options. Often used in retail, menus, or curated content.

  • The store offers a wide selection of wines.
  • You can find our selection of sandwiches on the menu.

Examples of usage

  • The band played a medley of popular songs from the 80s.
  • She performed a beautiful medley of classical piano pieces.
Context #2 | Noun

food

A medley is a mixture of different types of fruit, vegetables, or other food items.

Synonyms

assortment, selection, variety.

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Word Description / Examples
medley

Use this word when referring to a mixture of different things, often in a creative or artistic context.

  • The band's performance was a medley of classic rock hits.
  • The chef prepared a delicious medley of seasonal vegetables.
assortment

This term is suitable when you are talking about a diverse collection of items, usually offered together for sale or display.

  • The gift shop has an assortment of handmade crafts.
  • He bought an assortment of chocolates for the holiday.
variety

This word is best used when emphasizing the number of different types or sorts of something available.

  • She enjoys a variety of hobbies, including painting and hiking.
  • The supermarket stocks a variety of fruits and vegetables.
selection

Choose this word when referring to a range of choices from which something can be picked.

  • The bookstore offers a wide selection of novels.
  • Please make a selection from the menu.

Examples of usage

  • The salad was a medley of fresh greens, tomatoes, and avocado.
  • The stir-fry included a medley of colorful bell peppers.

Translations

Translations of the word "medley" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mistura

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเคฟเคถเฅเคฐเคฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Mischung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ campuran

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผั–ัˆะฐะฝะธะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ mieszanka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒกใƒ‰ใƒฌใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท mรฉlange

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ mezcla

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท karฤฑลŸฤฑm

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฉ”๋“ค๋ฆฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฎู„ูŠุท

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ smฤ›s

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zmes

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆททๅˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ meลกanica

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ blanda

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐั€ะฐะปะฐั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒœแƒแƒ–แƒแƒ•แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qarฤฑลŸฤฑq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ mezcla

Etymology

The word 'medley' originated from the Old French word 'medlee', meaning 'mixture'. It entered the English language in the late 14th century, initially referring to a mixed dish of food. Over time, the term expanded to include a mix or assortment of things in various contexts, such as music. Today, 'medley' is commonly used in music and culinary settings to describe a blend or combination of different elements.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,228, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.